Applications Engineer, Transformers

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

We are seeking a highly passionate and motivated Transformer Applications Engineer to join our team. This role focuses on supporting the technical bidding and submittal processes for our medium voltage pad mount transformers and high voltage power transformer offerings. The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally with domestic and international team members and occasionally with manufacturers to ensure effective communication of and alignment with customer equipment requirements for projects.

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

Assess customer requirements from bid documents, technical datasheets, schematics, single/multi-line drawings, and meetings to compile internal equipment specification documents

Serve as a technical resource for technical sales engineers in the scoping and development of bid proposal documents

Communicate project specifications with internal engineering, operations teams, and external engineering to assist in accurate costing and scoping estimation of projects

Assist in drafting of equipment device bill-of-materials including the selection of suitable components and monitoring devices

Evaluate alignment of supplier and partner proposals with customer requirements and internal standards (pre and post-drawing)

Support internal and external engineering team understanding of project needs

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, products, and competitor offerings

Participate in meetings with vendors and foreign application engineers, both virtually and in-person, to support the team

Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and coordination between sales, manufacturing, engineering, and customer support departments

Travel occasionally to customer sites and manufacturing facilities as needed

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field (Master’s a plus)

5+ years of experience in three-phase, oil-filled, medium and high-voltage distribution and power transformers in the North American market

Willingness to be on-call beyond typical work hours

Bonus points  

Familiar with NEC, NEMA, IEEE, and UL requirements for North American transformers

Strong commitment to speed in delivery

Strong technical understanding of medium and high voltage power transformers required; experience in a technical sales or engineering role preferred

Strong work ethic and sense of ownership of products and projects

Strong problem-solving skills, as well as attention to detail

Ability to work collaboratively and proactively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Willingness to travel occasionally as required

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 on-sites where all offices come in–person to collaborate

Who we hire

We hire people who thrive in chaos and get sharper under pressure. You don't wait to be told what to do, you spot the gap and fill it. When there's work to be done, you do it. You make decisions with the information you have, move fast, and adjust along the way. We're not looking for perfect; we're looking for people who get things done.

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.