Switchboard Engineer

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’re looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Switchboard Engineer to join our Houston-based engineering team. In this role, you'll own the customization and delivery of switchboard designs from concept to manufacturing release. You’ll leverage your CAD expertise and deep knowledge of UL 891 standards to develop mechanical and electrical prints that meet rigorous quality and safety benchmarks. If you thrive in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment and enjoy bringing electrical infrastructure to life, this is the role for you.

Where you’ll work

If based outside of our Houston, Long Beach or San Francisco hubs, this role will be based remotely from your home office. You must be willing to occasionally travel to one of our hub offices 3 days out of the month.

Responsibilities

• Customize switchboard designs based on customer specifications and project requirements
• Work with our product and engineering teams to translate designs into accurate manufacturing prints
• Create detailed mechanical and electrical CAD drawings in SolidWorks, adhering to UL 891 and other applicable standards
• Maintain up-to-date design documentation and clearly communicate changes to relevant stakeholders
• Review and verify all drawings to ensure clarity, manufacturability, and alignment with technical requirements
• Troubleshoot design issues during production in collaboration with manufacturing teams
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously and deliver on deadlines
• Communicate effectively across time zones to align technical deliverables and resolve any issues quickly

Requirements

• Degree or certification in Mechanical Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in a sheet metal manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in CAD tools, particularly SolidWorks
• Demonstrated experience designing UL 891-compliant low-voltage switchboards
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, tolerances, and material specifications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially when coordinating with international teams
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects at once

Bonus points 

• Familiarity with North American electrical and manufacturing standards
• Familiarity with UL 67, PDU, or medium voltage switchgear design
• Familiarity with Annex G of UL 891
• Experience using PDM systems for CAD file management ( Solidworks PDM)
• Background working with international or cross-functional teams in a startup or fast-paced environment
• Understanding of modular data center or infrastructure products

Who We Hire

We don't use "A-player" loosely. Here's what it actually means at Giga:

Antifragile. You don't just survive chaos, you get better because of it. When things break, change, or move sideways, you don't freeze. You adapt faster than the problem evolves.

High Agency. You don't wait to be told what to do. You see the gap, you fill it. If something is blocking progress, you find a way around it, over it, or through it without asking for permission.

Executors. Ideas are cheap. We hire people who ship. You're the person who turns a whiteboard sketch into something real while everyone else is still scheduling the next meeting about it.

Bias to Action. Perfect is the enemy of done. You'd rather make a decision with 80% of the information and course correct than sit around waiting for 100% that never comes.

Speed. We move fast because the opportunity demands it. You're not reckless, but you understand that in this industry, the team that moves fastest wins. And you like winning.

Benefits

• Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
• Equity in a profitable, IPO-bound company
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Unlimited PTO
• Parental leave
• FSA/HSA options
• Commuter benefits
• Team on-sites across all offices

Who We Hire

We don't use "A-player" loosely. Here's what it actually means at Giga:

Antifragile. You don't just survive chaos, you get better because of it. When things break, change, or move sideways, you don't freeze. You adapt faster than the problem evolves.

High Agency. You don't wait to be told what to do. You see the gap, you fill it. If something is blocking progress, you find a way around it, over it, or through it without asking for permission.

Executors. Ideas are cheap. We hire people who ship. You're the person who turns a whiteboard sketch into something real while everyone else is still scheduling the next meeting about it.

Bias to Action. Perfect is the enemy of done. You'd rather make a decision with 80% of the information and course correct than sit around waiting for 100% that never comes.

Speed. We move fast because the opportunity demands it. You're not reckless, but you understand that in this industry, the team that moves fastest wins. And you like winning.

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.