Electrical Design Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical designs, layouts, SLDs, load schedules, cable schedules, equipment schedules, BOQs/MTOs, and detailed engineering drawings.
• Review project specifications, tender documents, architectural drawings, and client requirements.
• Develop and review:
• Single Line Diagrams (SLD)
• Lighting & power layouts
• Cable routing and cable tray layouts
• Earthing & lightning protection layouts
• Panel schedules
• Load & cable schedules
• Equipment schedules
• Perform connected load, maximum demand, load balancing, voltage drop, short-circuit, cable sizing, and protection coordination calculations.
• Select and size transformers, DG sets, cables, bus ducts, panels, UPS, APFC panels, and other electrical equipment.
• Prepare electrical BOQs/MTOs based on approved drawings and project requirements.
• Develop detailed drawings using AutoCAD and other electrical design software.
• Coordinate electrical designs with HVAC, plumbing, firefighting, architectural, structural, and civil teams.
• Review vendor drawings and technical submittals.
• Prepare technical specifications and material submittals.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable IS, IEC, NBC, CEA, and client/project standards.
• Attend client/consultant meetings, address technical comments, and incorporate revisions.
• Support estimation/tendering teams with technical inputs and quantities.
• Provide engineering support to site execution teams and resolve design-related issues.
• Conduct site visits when required and maintain proper revision control and documentation.

Technical Skills

• AutoCAD Mandatory
• MS Excel – Good working knowledge
• Electrical design/calculation software – Preferred
• Revit MEP / BIM – Advantage
• Good knowledge of electrical load and voltage-drop calculations
• Knowledge of HT/LT distribution systems
• Ability to interpret architectural, structural, HVAC, and plumbing drawings

Preferred Electrical Systems Experience

Experience in designing or coordinating:

• HT/LT electrical distribution systems
• Transformers and HT/LT panels
• DG & AMF systems
• Bus ducts
• Cables and cable trays
• Lighting and small power systems
• Earthing and lightning protection
• APFC systems
• UPS systems
• Fire alarm and ELV systems
• Solar PV systems – Preferred
• Testing & commissioning requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Good understanding of electrical design standards and practices
• Excellent coordination and communication skills
• Ability to identify and resolve design/site issues
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Good documentation and reporting skills