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On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!
We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.
If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.
Apply below and let’s start the conversation.
Who We Are
Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,600 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.
As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.
Join Our Team
If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.
We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.
About the Role
We are seeking a Contract Execution Manager to serve as the customer-facing liaison for large, custom-engineered, power transformer manufacturing projects. This is not a construction or software PM role — it is a highly technical, contract-driven position responsible for ensuring the successful execution of engineered-to-order equipment, from design release through manufacturing, shipment, and onsite installation.
The position is onsite in Roanoke, VA and requires close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, contracts, and field service teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the primary point of contact for customers after order placement, ensuring clear communication and contract compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Translate customer specifications and contract terms into actionable deliverables for engineering and manufacturing teams.
- Oversee project schedules adherence to contractional milestone execution, and scope; identify risks and implement proactive resolutions.
- Lead customer project meetings and provide updates on progress, milestones, and risks.
- Ability to handle multiple projects at different stages of execution from order entry through manufacturing, shipping, and warranty.
- Manage all contract obligations, including technical clarifications, change orders, and terms enforcement, in collaboration with sales and legal teams.
- Coordinate and ensure site preparation, shipping, and installation activities with customers and field service.
- Ensure adherence to engineering standards, quality requirements, and safety regulations.
- Support continuous improvement in contract and project execution processes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (preferred) or equivalent technical experience.
- 5+ years of experience in contract execution, project management, or project engineering for engineered-to-order equipment, power systems, or industrial manufacturing.
- Proven ability to manage large customer-facing technical projects with contractual complexity.
- Familiarity with transformers, switchgear, substations, or high-voltage equipment preferred.
- PMP certification a plus.
- Strong organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Must be able to work onsite in Roanoke, VA (relocation assistance available).
- Ability to travel occasionally to customer sites.
Why Join Virginia Transformer
- Lead mission-critical transformer projects that power data centers, renewables, utilities, and critical infrastructure.
- Be part of a growing global manufacturer with a strong balance sheet and zero debt.
- Collaborate onsite with a highly skilled technical and operations team in Roanoke, VA.
- Competitive compensation, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits.
On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!
We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.
If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.
Apply below and let’s start the conversation.
Who We Are
Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.
As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.
Join Our Team
If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.
We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.
Summary
Virginia Transformer is seeking a results-oriented Sr. Manager/Director of Inbound Logistics to lead global transportation operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely, safe, and cost-effective inbound delivery of materials and components to support production schedules across our network.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead inbound transportation strategy across ocean, air, and freight forwarding channels.
- Develop and manage relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and 3PLs to ensure reliability and cost efficiency.
- Drive the implementation of a Transportation Management System (TMS) to enhance visibility, automation, and performance tracking.
- Establish and monitor logistics KPIs (on-time delivery, freight cost per unit, transit times, carrier performance).
- Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations and documentation requirements.
- Provide strong team leadership, mentoring and developing logistics professionals to foster accountability and continuous improvement.
- Partner with Finance and Supply Chain leadership to manage freight budgets and cost-reduction initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 8-10 years of progressive logistics/transportation experience, with at least 3 years in leadership.
- Proven expertise in ocean, air, and freight forwarding operations.
- Demonstrated success in TMS implementation and optimization.
- Strong leadership and team development skills.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!
We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.
If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.
Apply below and let’s start the conversation.
Who We Are
Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.
As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.
Join Our Team
If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.
We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.
Divisional Quality Manager
Reports to: Director of Quality
Location: Onsite – Multi-Plant (U.S.)
Travel: 60%
Position Summary
The Divisional Quality Manager is responsible for leading and standardizing quality systems across multiple Virginia Transformer manufacturing facilities. Reporting to the Director of Quality, this role ensures consistent execution of quality standards for custom-engineered power transformers serving utility, industrial, renewable, and critical infrastructure markets.
This role partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Test, Supply Chain, and Customer teams to improve first-pass yield, reduce rework and non-conformances, and ensure Virginia Transformer meets or exceeds customer, regulatory, and industry requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Divisional Quality Leadership
- Lead divisional quality initiatives across assigned Virginia Transformer plants, ensuring alignment with corporate quality strategy.
- Serve as the senior quality escalation point for plant leadership on significant quality issues.
- Support the Director of Quality in establishing divisional KPIs, quality objectives, and continuous improvement priorities.
Manufacturing & Test Quality
- Drive quality performance across transformer manufacturing, assembly, and test operations.
- Partner with Test Lab leadership to ensure compliance with IEEE, ANSI, IEC, and customer-specific test requirements.
- Improve first-pass yield, reduce scrap and rework, and strengthen process control throughout manufacturing and testing.
Compliance, Audits & Certifications
- Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and other applicable quality standards.
- Lead internal audits and support external audits, including:
- Utility and industrial customer audits
- Certification body audits
- Regulatory and third-party inspections
- Drive effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) with sustained results.
Supplier & Incoming Quality
- Partner with Supply Chain and Supplier Quality to improve incoming material quality for core steel, coils, insulation systems, bushings, tap changers, and other critical components.
- Support supplier audits, qualifications, and corrective action efforts.
- Monitor supplier performance metrics and drive continuous improvement.
Customer Quality & Issue Resolution
- Serve as a key quality leader for customer quality concerns, including non-conformances, test failures, warranty issues, and field returns.
- Lead cross-functional root cause investigations (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone) and ensure timely, effective resolution.
- Support customer quality reviews and performance reporting.
Data, Metrics & Continuous Improvement
- Establish and maintain divisional quality dashboards and KPIs.
- Analyze quality trends related to defects, test failures, and customer feedback.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, coach, and develop plant-level Quality Managers and quality teams across the division.
- Build a strong culture of accountability, ownership, and “right-first-time” execution.
- Support training, capability building, and succession planning within the Quality organization.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related technical field.
- 8+ years of progressive quality leadership experience in manufacturing.
- Experience supporting multi-plant manufacturing operations.
- Strong knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001) and audit processes.
- Hands-on experience with root cause analysis, CAPA, and continuous improvement.
- Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills.
Preferred
- Experience in transformer manufacturing, power equipment, or heavy industrial manufacturing.
- Familiarity with IEEE, ANSI, IEC standards and utility customer requirements.
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
- ASQ certifications (CQE, CQM, etc.).
Key Competencies
- Manufacturing-first mindset
- Strong systems and process thinking
- Data-driven problem solving
- Ability to influence across functions and plants
- Customer-focused execution
- Continuous improvement leadership
Why Virginia Transformer
Virginia Transformer offers the opportunity to lead quality at scale in a fast-growing, custom-engineered manufacturing environment supporting critical infrastructure across North America. This role plays a key part in ensuring reliability, safety, and customer trust across our expanding portfolio of power transformer solutions.
Mechanical Design Engineer, HVAC
Location: On-site in Roanoke, VA – assistance with relocation available
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site
An industry leader in energy-efficient, precision-engineered air systems is seeking an experienced HVAC Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to the next generation of cooling technologies for mission-critical infrastructure. This is a high-impact engineering role where innovation, sustainability, and performance intersect. With a growing market presence and a strong commitment to R&D, this organization is driving breakthroughs in large-scale HVAC design for data centers and other high-load environments.
This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge thermal management technologies, alongside top engineering talent in a collaborative, growth-minded environment. Relocation support is provided, with a generous $25K lump sum reimbursement issued with your first paycheck.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and optimize complex HVAC systems that emphasize energy efficiency, thermal performance, and long-term sustainability.
- Select and specify major components (heat exchangers, fans, compressors) tailored to application-specific requirements.
- Analyze refrigeration cycles to maximize operational efficiency and reliability.
- Interpret electrical schematics and collaborate with controls engineers to enhance system integration and usability.
- Participate in prototype development, system validation, and iterative design refinement based on performance testing.
- Interface with internal and external stakeholders to translate technical requirements into actionable solutions.
- Stay current on HVAC industry trends and compliance standards to ensure engineering excellence.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of HVAC system design experience in industrial, commercial, or mission-critical applications.
- In-depth knowledge of refrigeration systems, component interactions, and performance optimization strategies.
- Adept at deciphering electrical schematics and incorporating them into the blueprint for HVAC systems
- Extensive background in specifying and evaluating key mechanical components, including compressors, airflow systems, and thermal transfer equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead engineering projects from concept through execution.
Bonus Skills:
- Hands-on experience with CAD for HVAC system layout.
- Exposure to chiller systems, industrial refrigeration, or data center cooling is a plus.
- Familiarity with testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of HVAC products.
What’s In It For You:
- Competitive compensation with long-term career growth potential.
- Work on high-profile R&D initiatives that directly impact next-gen product innovation.
- Be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team solving complex engineering challenges.
- Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, 401(k), and paid time off.
This is a prime opportunity for an HVAC expert ready to take ownership of advanced system design projects and help shape the future of green cooling technologies. Apply now to connect with our recruiting team and learn more about the full scope of this role.
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We offer competitive pay, training and growth opportunities and a positive work environment.
Main Duties & Responsibilities: Follow proper testing & diagnostic procedures to accurately solve vehicle issues Maintain a clean, safe working environment Perform basic auto care and maintenance tasks such as oil changes, fluid level checks, and tire rotation Perform emissions inspections, safety checks and similar state-regulated vehicle examinations Test the functionality of parts and systems Repair brake and steering systems Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic systems Replace or repair transmissions and fuel components as needed Repair cooling components and systems including air conditioners and engine cooling Complete tire changing, balancing, and installation Prepared to get additional certification as needed Willingness to learn with hands-on training Communicate effectively with Service Advisor about vehicle status and required parts and labor Explain automotive repairs and issues to non-technical employees and customers as needed Uphold the culture and values of our independently owned shop.
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Supervisor - Make Ready Power Design (Remote)
(Remote) Company HQ: Ohio
Are you an experienced Power Utility Designer, Team Lead, or Supervisor? If you are open to joining a supportive, passionate team, we have an attractive opportunity for you!
Sigma Technologies is a growing engineering and design firm with over 500 team members across 30+ states. For more than 25 years, our work for the power and telecommunications industries has helped accelerate and fortify positive impact in communities across the country. Our core values — Safety, Honesty, Truth, and Decency — fuel our culture. We are TeamSigma™.
**To learn more about working at Sigma, view our video and career page.
**If you do not have the experience required for this role, please refer to our other open positions: **While we list our openings in multiple locations, you only need to apply to one as they are remote.
Please note: This position can work fully remotely, but new hires will be required to come to our main office located in Perrysburg, OH for an initial 2 week in-person paid orientation and training period.
Position Description: Project Supervisors are responsible for one or more of the following areas on a specific project/program: Functional Performance, Project Reporting, and/or Personnel Performance. Project Supervisors demonstrate technical expertise and leadership and should be familiar with the commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in electrical and/or civil engineering environments, preferably in the utility industry, and be able to rely on their experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Supervisors are expected to be able to recommend new and/or improvements to documentation and implement approved changes. While their focus is on the assigned project functions, the failure of their team/area to achieve objectives will impact overall project/program deadlines and results.
The Design Supervisor:
- Provides first-level leadership: Supervises and leads a team or functional activities daily
- Concurrently perform the work of those they supervise
- Provides support to key duties of the Project Manager / Project Engineer
- Assists in the process to review function/project procedures, specifications, and standards
- Works with Project Engineer to set priorities for a team to ensure task completion; coordinates work activities for team members.
- Provides cross-functional representation
- Mentor team members in professional development
- Responsible for performance management of team members
- Complete and deliver annual performance reviews for assigned staff
- Provides input on disciplinary actions
- Adapts management to changing conditions and supports associates affected by the change.
Requirements:
Education/Experience Requirements:
- EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associates degree or higher is preferred
- EXPERIENCE: 3+ years of experience in the Electric Utility Industry is required; previous experience as a supervisor/manager is strongly preferred
- Advanced field, drafting, and/or design knowledge
- Identified leadership skills
- Familiar with basic concepts, practices, and procedures used in general personnel management
- Strong technical knowledge, oral and written communication skills
- Ability to develop plans and organize work to ensure efforts are focused, resources are aligned, progress is monitored, and targets are met.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team
- Basic financial management skills
- Ability to learn and operate customer-based proprietary software
- Is available during the “core” work hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time - evening and/or weekend work may be required as duties demand
- Willing and able to travel as needed, including overnight travel
- Dependable transportation and valid driver’s license and insurance
- Able to pass a background check/drug test/driving record check
- Authorized to work in the United States
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to endure frequent, lengthy periods of sedentary work and sit for prolonged periods of time, including sitting at a desk or driving in a vehicle.
- Must be able to utilize a computer keyboard, computer monitor, and telephone for prolonged periods of time.
- Must have the physical ability to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing notes, and viewing a computer terminal; these activities require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Must have the physical ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, often in a group setting.
- Must have the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication
WHAT WE OFFER: We want our Associates to stay healthy, happy, and secure! We offer you a positive work environment with supportive coworkers, managers, and leaders, plus:
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental and vision plans with up to 80% of the premium sponsored by Sigma
- 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 5% of salary
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
- Education and professional licensing assistance programs
This job advertisement should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of a job. The individual may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description. This advertisement does not constitute an employment agreement between Sigma and the employee and is subject to change by Sigma as the needs of the organization and/or the requirements of the function change. Pay is commensurate with experience and education. Sigma is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on an employee’s race, color, gender, sexual preference, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or any other classification protected by law.
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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Job Family: Mechanical Design Engineering
Organization: Data Center Infrastructure Team
Location: Remote* OR Austin, TX
*Requires up to 20% domestic and/or international travel (rare)
How will you make an impact?
The Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Data Center Infrastructure) is a technical leader responsible for the architecture, integration, and validation of advanced mechanical systems supporting hyperscale data center environments. This role requires deep expertise in liquid cooling technologies (single-phase and two-phase), hydronic system design, structural integration, and manufacturable rack-level infrastructure solutions.
This role is responsible for defining system performance requirements, developing technical specifications, selection and integration of critical components, and leading mechanical design from concept through production release. Responsibilities include wetted material selection, thermal and structural analysis, fastening strategies, component layout, and design for manufacturability. Partners cross-functionally to deliver reliable, scalable, and cost-effective Data Center Infrastructure solutions while advancing innovation in liquid cooling performance.
What will you do?
- Lead the end-to-end mechanical design and engineering of hyperscale Data Center Infrastructure (DCI) systems, including liquid-cooled rack assemblies, CDUs, manifolds, enclosures, structural frames, and associated hydronic piping systems.
- Serve as the technical authority for single-phase and two-phase liquid cooling architectures, including primary and secondary loop design, in-rack distribution, and system integration within hyperscale data center environments.
- Define and validate operational performance requirements for liquid-cooled infrastructure, including pressure ratings, hydrostatic limits, temperature ranges, flow rates and uniformity, thermal expansion, durability, and serviceability.
- Design, analyze, and validate machined components, welded fabrications, manifolds, and structural systems using advanced engineering principles, including stress analysis, finite element analysis (FEA), flow modeling, and structural load calculations to ensure mechanical integrity and code compliance.
- Lead wetted material selection and compatibility analysis for liquid cooling systems, including corrosion mitigation strategies, surface treatments, cleanliness standards, and long-term durability considerations.
- Develop and review CAD models and complete technical data packages using CREO, SolidWorks, or equivalent tools; ensure design accuracy, manufacturability, and system-level integration.
- Author and approve technical specifications for piping systems, rack-level cooling infrastructure, and hydronic components, including installation guidelines, maintenance procedures, testing requirements, and compliance with applicable standards (ASME, ISO).
- Establish and oversee validation protocols including hydrostatic pressure testing, leak detection and mitigation, flow resistance analysis, and corrosion verification to ensure regulatory compliance and operational reliability.
- Evaluate customer design proposals and technical specifications to assess feasibility, manufacturability, cost, and risk; provide recommendations to optimize performance and total cost of ownership.
- Lead cross-functional design reviews with electrical, thermal, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure full system integration and compliance with product specifications and applicable plumbing and hydronic codes.
- Optimize rack manifold design and manufacturing processes, including machining, welding, surface finishing, connection interfaces, venting and draining strategies, and flow path optimization to enhance performance and manufacturability.
- Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing assembly methods and tooling in collaboration with production teams and equipment vendors to improve quality, scalability, and cost efficiency.
- Lead root cause investigations for complex mechanical failures identified during validation or field deployment and implement corrective design improvements.
- Provide technical leadership in vendor qualification and management for mechanical components and liquid cooling subsystems.
- Identify and mitigate technical risks impacting performance, schedule, or cost, and contribute to R&D initiatives advancing liquid cooling technologies and system innovation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited university.
Experience:
- 8 years' experience in mechanical design and integration of mission-critical systems.
- Proven track record of successful system designs and implementations in a relevant industry
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, integration strategy, and system coordination
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to Energy Storage Systems and Data Center Infrastructure is preferred.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) License
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Power Distribution and Make Ready Designer
Overhead Utility Pole Design • Joint-Use Engineering • NESC-Compliant Make-Ready Work
Location: Tyler, TX (Remote)
Are you an experienced Power Distribution Designer or Make-Ready Designer looking to support meaningful utility engineering projects? Join a team that values accuracy, collaboration, and long-term professional growth.
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking skilled Make-Ready Designers (primary focus) and Power Distribution Designers to support engineering programs for major electric and telecom utilities. Ideal candidates bring demonstrated experience in overhead utility pole design, NESC application, clearance assessment, pole loading analysis, and construction package development. Useful design platforms include DDS, Katapult, O-Calc, GIS, MicroStation, AutoCAD, or client-specific drafting systems.
In this role, you will review field/walkout data, evaluate existing attachment conditions, model pole loading, determine make-ready requirements, and prepare accurate construction-ready deliverables. Applicants without utility pole design or distribution engineering experience will not be considered.
Note: This position is remote, but new hires must attend a 2-week paid, in-person orientation at our Perrysburg, OH headquarters.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
• Execute overhead distribution and make-ready design work orders while meeting quality, time, and budget expectations
• Apply established engineering design standards, NESC requirements, and internal processes
• Perform end-to-end make-ready, joint-use, and/or general distribution design
• Conduct permitting and easement research (pole ownership, ROW, property rights, approvals)
• Collaborate with team members to resolve design challenges and ensure accurate deliverables
• Use design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, DDS, PoleForeman, O-Calc, Katapult, or client systems
• Perform quality control reviews when required
• Support additional duties as assigned
TOP COMPETENCIES & SKILLS
Make-Ready Engineering, Joint-Use Design, Pole Loading Analysis, Utility Pole Design, Overhead Distribution Design, NESC Compliance, Utility Engineering, Pole Attachments, Make-Ready Construction, Aerial Design, Utility Coordination, Right-of-Way Permitting, Pole Replacement Design, Make-Ready Estimates, Field Survey Interpretation, CAD for Utility Design, GIS for Utility Design, Electrical Distribution Design, Utility Construction Standards, Telecommunications Make-Ready
Requirements:
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree or higher in engineering, drafting, or a related field is preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience in make-ready engineering, joint-use design, or electric power distribution design (3+ years strongly preferred)
• Proven experience in utility pole design, including NESC application, clearance analysis, pole loading concepts, and preparation of construction-ready design packages
• Proficiency with CAD or MicroStation; experience with DDS, Katapult, O-Calc, or similar utility design platforms is strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of power distribution construction practices, with the ability to learn utility-specific proprietary systems efficiently
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, maintain active auto insurance, and pass all required background, drug, and MVR screenings
• Authorization to work in the United States is required
• Willingness to travel occasionally, including minimal overnight travel when project needs require
• Ability to work a standard Monday–Friday schedule aligned to Eastern Time, with Central/Mountain/Pacific adjustments as appropriate
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to work for extended periods using a computer keyboard, monitor, and telephone
• Ability to prepare and analyze data, review detailed information, and work with design tools requiring close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written channels
ABOUT SIGMA TECHNOLOGIES
Sigma Technologies is a growing engineering and design firm with 500+ team members across 30+ states. For over 25 years, we’ve supported major power and telecommunications utilities with work that directly impacts communities nationwide. Our core values — Safety, Honesty, Truth, and Decency — shape how we work and who we hire. We are TeamSigma™.
*To learn more about working at Sigma, view our video and career page.
* If you do not have Power Design experience, please refer to our other open positions: *While Designer openings are listed in multiple locations, you only need to apply to one, as they are remote roles.
WHAT WE OFFER
We want our Associates to stay healthy, happy, and secure. We offer a positive work environment with supportive coworkers, managers, and leaders, plus:
• No-cost monthly healthcare plan option for employees
• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with up to 80% of the premium sponsored by Sigma
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 5% of salary
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Education and professional licensing assistance programs
This job advertisement is intended to outline the primary responsibilities and requirements of the role. It is not all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. This ad does not constitute an employment agreement, and job requirements may change based on organizational needs.
Pay is commensurate with experience and education. Sigma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual preference, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or any classification protected by law.
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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Job Family: Mechanical Design Engineering
Organization: Data Center Infrastructure Team
Location: Remote* OR Austin, TX
*Requires up to 20% domestic and/or international travel (rare)
How will you make an impact?
The Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Data Center Infrastructure) is a technical leader responsible for the architecture, integration, and validation of advanced mechanical systems supporting hyperscale data center environments. This role requires deep expertise in liquid cooling technologies (single-phase and two-phase), hydronic system design, structural integration, and manufacturable rack-level infrastructure solutions.
This role is responsible for defining system performance requirements, developing technical specifications, selection and integration of critical components, and leading mechanical design from concept through production release. Responsibilities include wetted material selection, thermal and structural analysis, fastening strategies, component layout, and design for manufacturability. Partners cross-functionally to deliver reliable, scalable, and cost-effective Data Center Infrastructure solutions while advancing innovation in liquid cooling performance.
What will you do?
- Lead the end-to-end mechanical design and engineering of hyperscale Data Center Infrastructure (DCI) systems, including liquid-cooled rack assemblies, CDUs, manifolds, enclosures, structural frames, and associated hydronic piping systems.
- Serve as the technical authority for single-phase and two-phase liquid cooling architectures, including primary and secondary loop design, in-rack distribution, and system integration within hyperscale data center environments.
- Define and validate operational performance requirements for liquid-cooled infrastructure, including pressure ratings, hydrostatic limits, temperature ranges, flow rates and uniformity, thermal expansion, durability, and serviceability.
- Design, analyze, and validate machined components, welded fabrications, manifolds, and structural systems using advanced engineering principles, including stress analysis, finite element analysis (FEA), flow modeling, and structural load calculations to ensure mechanical integrity and code compliance.
- Lead wetted material selection and compatibility analysis for liquid cooling systems, including corrosion mitigation strategies, surface treatments, cleanliness standards, and long-term durability considerations.
- Develop and review CAD models and complete technical data packages using CREO, SolidWorks, or equivalent tools; ensure design accuracy, manufacturability, and system-level integration.
- Author and approve technical specifications for piping systems, rack-level cooling infrastructure, and hydronic components, including installation guidelines, maintenance procedures, testing requirements, and compliance with applicable standards (ASME, ISO).
- Establish and oversee validation protocols including hydrostatic pressure testing, leak detection and mitigation, flow resistance analysis, and corrosion verification to ensure regulatory compliance and operational reliability.
- Evaluate customer design proposals and technical specifications to assess feasibility, manufacturability, cost, and risk; provide recommendations to optimize performance and total cost of ownership.
- Lead cross-functional design reviews with electrical, thermal, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure full system integration and compliance with product specifications and applicable plumbing and hydronic codes.
- Optimize rack manifold design and manufacturing processes, including machining, welding, surface finishing, connection interfaces, venting and draining strategies, and flow path optimization to enhance performance and manufacturability.
- Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing assembly methods and tooling in collaboration with production teams and equipment vendors to improve quality, scalability, and cost efficiency.
- Lead root cause investigations for complex mechanical failures identified during validation or field deployment and implement corrective design improvements.
- Provide technical leadership in vendor qualification and management for mechanical components and liquid cooling subsystems.
- Identify and mitigate technical risks impacting performance, schedule, or cost, and contribute to R&D initiatives advancing liquid cooling technologies and system innovation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited university.
Experience:
- 8 years' experience in mechanical design and integration of mission-critical systems.
- Proven track record of successful system designs and implementations in a relevant industry
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, integration strategy, and system coordination
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to Energy Storage Systems and Data Center Infrastructure is preferred.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) License
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Under limited supervision designs, develops and maintains test procedures, tester hardware and software for electronic circuit board production.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Recruitment and Retention:
· Recruit and interview Process Technicians.
· Communicate criteria to recruiters for Process Technician position candidates.
· Coach technicians in the interviewing/hiring process.
· Monitor team member turnover; identify key factors that can be improved; make improvements.
Employee and Team Development:
· Identify individual and team strengths and development needs on an ongoing basis.
· Create and/or validate training curriculum in area of responsibility.
· Coach and mentor Process Technicians to deliver excellence to every internal and external customer.
Performance Management:
· Establish clear measurable goals and objectives by which to determine individual and team results (i.e. operational metrics, results against project timelines, training documentation, attendance records, knowledge of operational roles and responsibilities, personal development goals).
· Solicit ongoing feedback from Assistant Test Engineering Manager, Workcell Manager (WCM), Business Unit Manager (BUM), peers and team member on team member’s contribution to the Workcell team. Provide ongoing coaching and counseling to team member based on feedback.
· Express pride in staff and encourage them to feel good about their accomplishments.
· Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time.
· Drive individuals and the team to continuously improve in key operational metrics and the achievement of the organizational goals.
· Coordinate activities of large teams and keep them focused in times of crises.
· Ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently in area of responsibility.
Communication:
· Provide communication forum for the exchange of ideas and information with the department.
· Organize verbal and written ideas clearly and use an appropriate business style.
· Ask questions; encourage input from team members.
· Assess communication style of individual team members and adapt own communication style accordingly.
TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
· Review circuit board designs for testability requirements.
· Support manufacturing with failure analysis, tester debugging, reduction of intermittent failures and downtime of test equipment.
· Prepare recommendations for testing and documentation of procedures to be used from the product design phase through to initial production.
· Generate reports and analysis of test data, prepares documentation and recommendations.
· Review test equipment designs, data and RMA issues with customers regularly.
· Design, and direct engineering and technical personnel in fabrication of testing and test control apparatus and equipment.
· Direct and coordinate engineering activities concerned with development, procurement, installation, and calibration of instruments, equipment, and control devices required to test, record, and reduce test data.
· Determine conditions under which tests are to be conducted and sequences and phases of test operations.
· Direct and exercise control over operational, functional, and performance phases of tests.
· Perform moderately complex assignments of the engineering test function for standard and/or custom devices.
· Analyze and interpret test data and prepares technical reports for use by test engineering and management personnel.
· Develop or use computer software and hardware to conduct tests on machinery and equipment.
· Perform semi-routine technique development and maintenance, subject to established Jabil standards, including ISO and QS development standards.
· Provide training in new procedures to production testing staff.
· Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.
· Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors of Science in Electronics or Electrical Engineering from four-year college or university; and three to five years experience
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is frequently required to walk, and to lift and carry PC’s and test equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and use of computer monitor screens a great deal of time.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Individual’s primary workstation is located in the office area, with some time spent each day on the manufacturing floor. The noise level in this environment ranges from low to moderate.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.