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Engineering Manager, Transformers

Giga EnergyHouston, TX. Remote, USA.Posted 19 Aug 2026

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About Giga Giga is building gigawatts of AI data centers to hasten a future of intelligence and abundance. 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.

Why join Giga The 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. The 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. The 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.

The 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. What you'll do Giga 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. Where you'll work We 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.

That 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. Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop a team of transformer engineers. Own execution of transformer design and product development projects from concept through production. Drive engineering decisions related to performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost.

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Partner with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and operations teams. Lead root-cause investigations and corrective actions. Establish engineering processes and standards. Support supplier evaluations and technical reviews. Manage engineering priorities and schedules. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline. 7+ years of experience designing and developing distribution transformer products for the North American market.

3+ years of leadership or management experience. Strong understanding of transformer electrical, mechanical, thermal, and manufacturing fundamentals. Experience bringing transformer products from design through production. Experience working cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and operations teams. Knowledge of IEEE, UL, ANSI, and NEMA transformer standards. Willingness to travel as required.

Bonus points Experience with dry-type transformers. Experience with power transformers. Experience in quality, manufacturing, supplier quality, or process engineering. Grid infrastructure or substation equipment experience. Experience working with international manufacturing partners. Foreign language capabilities. Advanced engineering degree or MBA. Benefits Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance Equity (options) in a rapidly growing startup 401(k) with 4% employer match Unlimited PTO Parental leave Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) Commuter benefits Monthly team onsites where all offices come in-person to collaborate How We Work We 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. Benefits Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance Equity (options) in a rapidly growing startup 401(k) with 4% employer match Unlimited PTO Parental leave Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) Commuter benefits, where applicable Opportunities to collaborate in person at periodic team and company on-sites Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Giga Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Giga Energy complies with all applicable labor laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other relevant state and federal regulations. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage applicants who require accommodations during the hiring process to contact us.

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