Electrical Superintendent

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

As Electrical Lead at Giga, you'll own the electrical systems that keep the world's most demanding AI infrastructure running. This is a high-stakes, high-impact role where you'll lead a portfolio of complex data center electrical projects — from design and procurement through commissioning and operations. You'll set the technical bar, unblock your team, and ensure every watt of power we deliver is reliable, safe, and built to scale. If you want to work on infrastructure that genuinely matters to the future of AI, this is the role.

Where you'll work

This is an on-site position that requires long term travel and/ or short term relocation. This person should be comfortable with 3-6 month periods of being at a location before moving to the next.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage electrical subcontractors , providing technical, scheduling, and safety direction.

• Own the full lifecycle of data center electrical systems — from conceptual design and load planning through installation, commissioning, and ongoing operations.

• Oversee and coordinate electrical subcontractor activities on-site

• Inspect and verify all critical electrical installations, with a focus on terminations, connections, and panel work

• Personally confirm quality of terminations (torqueing, labeling, routing, and code compliance)

• Ensure all work meets NEC, local codes, and project specifications

• Identify and correct deficiencies in workmanship before system energization

• Serve as the on-site authority for electrical best practices and troubleshooting

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other trades to resolve field issues

• Ensuring RFI procedures are followed and as built drawings are accurately completed

• Maintain documentation of inspections, punch lists, and quality checks

• Enforce safety standards and proper lockout/tagout procedures

• Ensuring proper handoff documentation is prepared and available for the commissioning team.

Requirements

• Active Master Electrician license (or equivalent state certification)

• 8–15+ years of commercial or industrial electrical experience

• Deep knowledge of medium- and low-voltage power distribution, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, and critical power infrastructure.

• Experience overseeing electrical construction projects from design through commissioning, including managing contractors and vendors.

• Deep knowledge of NEC, NETA and applicable local codes

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics

Bonus points

• Experience with hyperscale or colocation data center environments at 10+ MW capacity.

• Experience in high-reliability environments (data centers, energy, industrial, oil & gas, etc.)

• Background in QA/QC or commissioning

• Strong documentation and reporting skills

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.