Technical Quotation Engineer

Giga Energy • Houston, TX

10h • Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Quotation Engineer is responsible for the development of detailed commercial and technical proposals for Giga Energy’s core product lines: UL891 Switchboards, Padmount Transformers, and Substations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business field (Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Technology or Construction Management preferred).
• 1–3 years of experience in estimating, quoting, or inside sales within the electrical or power distribution industry.
• Foundational understanding of electrical distribution equipment (Switchgear, Transformers, and Substations).
• Exceptional accuracy in data entry and a "measure twice, cut once" mindset regarding pricing and part numbers.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with both the field sales team and the internal manufacturing/operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Build detailed, line-item quotations for UL891 Switchboards, Padmount Transformers, and Substations using Giga Energy’s internal pricing tools.
• Create preliminary Bills of Materials (BOMs) based on equipment configurations provided by the Technical Sales Engineering team.
• Interface with third-party component vendors (breakers, gauges, protection relays, etc.) to obtain current pricing and lead times for non-standard items.
• Assemble formal proposal documents, ensuring all technical data sheets, lead-time estimates, and commercial terms are accurately presented to the Customer.
• Perform routine equipment configurations in Giga’s software, ensuring that the selected physical footprints and electrical ratings match the project requirements.
• Work with the Director of Technical Sales to review project margins and ensure competitive positioning while maintaining company profitability targets.
• Assist in maintaining the accuracy of the pricing database and standardizing quote templates to improve response times for the Account Executive team.
• Provide rapid-response "budgetary" pricing for early-stage project inquiries to help Account Executives qualify opportunities.
• Internal training and visits to Giga Energy manufacturing facilities (Up to 10%).

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees