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Manufacturing Engineer, Switchboards

Giga Energy
Location
Remote, US
Posted
25 days ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or 3-5+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, production operations, or industrial environments
  • Demonstrated experience improving shop floor processes, labor efficiency, or production output in an electrical equipment assembly environment
  • Proven cost savings results based on project and process improvements
  • Proven ability to create or refine routings, work instructions, or process documentation based on real production conditions
  • Experience leading or supporting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions
  • Familiarity with fixtures, jigs, or practical tooling improvements relevant to panel and switchboard fabrication
Nice to have
  • Experience with UL891 switchboard, control panels, and UL67 panelboard manufacturing processes
  • Familiarity with UL listing and labeling requirements, follow-up service inspection procedures, and maintaining production compliance within a UL-certified facility
  • Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Dynamics365, Odoo)
  • Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and visual management systems; Green Belt or Black Belt as a plus
  • Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70, and NFPA 70E as they relate to switchboard and panel construction
What the job really is

As a Manufacturing Engineer for Switchboards at Giga, you will oversee production process control and shop floor efficiency for switchboard and control panel assembly. Your role will involve bridging production, engineering, and quality to ensure timely delivery and high product quality, with a focus on continuous improvement and hands-on problem solving in a fast-paced environment. You will also be responsible for safety compliance and leading initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

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)
Things to weigh
  • Remote work is possible for exceptional candidates, but the role is primarily in-office due to the nature of the work.
  • The position requires regular travel to active construction sites across the US, which may impact work-life balance.
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