Design Engineer - Switchgear

Job Title: Design Engineer – Electrical Design

Job Summary: We are seeking an immediate-joining Electrical Design Engineer with 2-3 years of experience in LT & HT electrical panel manufacturing. This role involves the comprehensive design and development of electrical panels, ensuring adherence to technical specifications, industry standards, and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Panel Design: Design and develop electrical control panels (LT & HT) including General Arrangement (GA) drawings, Single Line Diagrams (SLD), schematic diagrams, and wiring diagrams.
  
• Component Selection: Select appropriate electrical components (e.g., switchgear, circuit breakers, relays, contactors, busbars) based on project specifications, industry standards, and cost-effectiveness.
  
• Calculations & Analysis: Perform necessary electrical calculations (e.g., busbar sizing, cable sizing, voltage drop, heat dissipation) to ensure design integrity and compliance.
  
• Documentation: Prepare comprehensive Bill of Materials (BOMs), technical specifications, and other design documentation.
  
• Software Proficiency: Utilize CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical) for design, drafting, and layout of electrical panels.
  
• Collaboration: Coordinate with cross-functional teams including project management, production, and testing to ensure seamless design implementation and resolve technical queries.
  
• Standards & Compliance: Ensure all designs comply with relevant national and international electrical standards and safety regulations.
  
• Technical Support: Provide technical support during manufacturing, testing, installation, and commissioning phases.
  
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in electrical panel design.
  

Requirements

Requirements:

• Education: Diploma / B.E. in Electrical Engineering
  

• Experience: 2–3 years in panel design or electrical enclosure fabrication
  

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Electrical CAD Software: Mandatory experience with AutoCAD Electrical. Knowledge of EPLAN Electric P8 or similar tools is a plus.
  
• Panel Design & Layout: Strong understanding of General Arrangement (GA) drawings, Single Line Diagrams (SLD), schematics, and wiring diagram creation for LT & HT panels.
  
• Electrical Components: In-depth knowledge of switchgear (MCBs, MCCBs, ACBs, VCBs), contactors, relays, PLCs, VFDs, protection devices, and control components.
  
• Electrical Calculations: Ability to perform calculations for current ratings, voltage drop, power factor correction, short circuit analysis, and heat dissipation.
  
• Busbar & Cable Sizing: Expertise in sizing busbars and cables as per load requirements and standards.
  
• Indian & International Standards: Familiarity with relevant electrical standards such as IS, IEC, IEEE.
  
• Troubleshooting & Testing: Basic understanding of panel testing procedures and troubleshooting.
  
• Microsoft Office Suite: Proficient in Excel for BOM generation and data management.
  

Benefits

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
  

• Opportunity to work on industrial panel design projects
  

• Exposure to both mechanical and electrical integration
  

• Professional development in a structured design environment
  

• Collaboration with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams