Meet Tim Barat, Gridware Founder — Bio + How to Reach Out

Last updated: 2025-11-08

Who is Tim Barat?

Tim Barat is the Co-founder and CEO of Gridware, a company focused on building technology for utilities to enhance grid reliability and climate resilience. He has a background as a lineman and holds a B.S. and M.S. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences from UC Berkeley. Tim has been recognized for his innovative work, including co-developing the patented Gridscope device.

Tim Barat's Work History

Tim Barat has a diverse background combining practical electrical work with advanced engineering. He has been leading Gridware since 2020, focusing on real-time grid fault detection and mitigation. His career includes research at UC Berkeley and electrical work in Australia.

• 2020-01-01 - Co-Founder & CEO, Gridware
• 2018-09-01 - 2020-12-01 - Graduate Student Researcher, Lab11 Embedded Systems Research, UC Berkeley
• 2018-05-01 - 2018-08-01 - Embedded Engineering Intern, JITX
• 2014-01-01 - 2014-12-31 - Operations, Power Factor Electric, Inc.
• 2013-09-01 - 2014-01-31 - Journeyman, Nelson Electric
• 2012-01-01 - 2013-12-31 - Founder, Director, Barat Electrical
• 2010-01-01 - 2011-12-31 - Apprentice, DBSS Electrical

Tim Barat's Education

Tim Barat holds a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and a Bachelor of Science in the same field from UC Berkeley. He also earned multiple associate degrees from Sierra College and certifications in electrotechnology.

• UC Berkeley College of Engineering - Master of Science - MS in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (2019 - 2020)
• UC Berkeley College of Engineering - Bachelor of Science - BS in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (2017 - 2019)
• Sierra College - Associate of Science - AS (2015 - 2017)
• GippsTAFE - Certificate IV in Electrotechnology (2013 - 2013)
• 370 Degrees Group TAFE - Certificate III in Electrotechnology (2010 - 2013)

About Gridware

Gridware is dedicated to protecting and transforming the electrical grid through innovative sensor technology. Its mission is to enhance grid resilience, prevent outages, and mitigate climate-related risks, ensuring reliable power for communities.

Gridware Funding

Gridware has raised $5.3 million in seed funding from Y Combinator, True Ventures, and other notable VCs.

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