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We build data centers fast and at scale by combining the capabilities of an equipment supplier, engineering firm, general contractor, and real estate developer under one roof. Our team moves quickly and thinks practically. If you're ready to make an impact in an industry that matters, we're looking for people like you.\n\nWhy join Giga\nThe Pace: We're building at a speed most companies talk about but never actually operate at. If you've been bored somewhere else, you won't be here.\nThe Impact: Every person at Giga touches the work that matters. No layers, no waiting for approval chains. You'll see your fingerprints on what we ship.\nThe Team: A team of operators defining the future of AI infrastructure. We recruit A-players from the most innovative companies in the world, and they choose Giga because the work here means more.\nThe Moment: AI doesn't run without power, and that's us. Giga is the picks and shovels behind the AI revolution. This industry is about to explode, and you'll be in the room where it's already happening.\nWhat you'll do\nGiga is seeking an Engineering Manager, Transformers to lead and grow our transformer engineering function. You will develop engineers, drive transformer design and product development efforts, and partner closely with manufacturing, supply chain, operations, and commercial teams. The ideal candidate brings deep practical experience designing distribution transformers and enjoys building high-performing teams.\nWhere you'll work\nWe are an in-office culture - velocity matters when you're building physical infrastructure, and the best decisions happen in the room. This role is ideally based in our San Francisco, Long Beach, or Houston offices, with full-time onsite expectations outside of bi-weekly WFH Fridays.\nThat said, we will make exceptions for truly exceptional talent if you live outside one of our hubs. If you're the right person for this role, we'll have a conversation about what works.\nResponsibilities \nLead, mentor, and develop a team of transformer engineers.\nOwn execution of transformer design and product development projects from concept through production.\nDrive engineering decisions related to performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost.\nPartner with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and operations teams.\nLead root-cause investigations and corrective actions.\nEstablish engineering processes and standards.\nSupport supplier evaluations and technical reviews.\nManage engineering priorities and schedules.\nRequirements\nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.\n7+ years of experience designing and developing distribution transformer products for the North American market.\n3+ years of leadership or management experience.\nStrong understanding of transformer electrical, mechanical, thermal, and manufacturing fundamentals.\nExperience bringing transformer products from design through production.\nExperience working cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and operations teams.\nKnowledge of IEEE, UL, ANSI, and NEMA transformer standards.\nWillingness to travel as required.\nBonus points\nExperience with dry-type transformers.\nExperience with power transformers.\nExperience in quality, manufacturing, supplier quality, or process engineering.\nGrid infrastructure or substation equipment experience.\nExperience working with international manufacturing partners.\nForeign language capabilities.\nAdvanced engineering degree or MBA.\nBenefits\nSubsidized health, dental, and vision insurance\nEquity (options) in a rapidly growing startup\n401(k) with 4% employer match\nUnlimited PTO\nParental leave\nHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)\nCommuter benefits\nMonthly team onsites where all offices come in-person to collaborate\nHow We Work\nWe value people who take ownership, raise risks early, communicate directly, and follow through. Incomplete information is part of the job. Make the best decision you can, document it, and adjust as the facts change. Move quickly on reversible decisions and take more care when security, safety, financial, employee, or customer risk is involved.\nBenefits\nSubsidized health, dental, and vision insurance\nEquity (options) in a rapidly growing startup\n401(k) with 4% employer match\nUnlimited PTO\nParental leave\nHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)\nCommuter benefits, where applicable\nOpportunities to collaborate in person at periodic team and company on-sites\nEqual Opportunity Employer Statement\nGiga Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. 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