Deputy Manager - Design & Engineering

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation (A unit of Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.) is a pioneering electrical and automation brand with a rich legacy of over 70 years in India. We offer comprehensive portfolio of low-voltage switchgear, medium-voltage switchgear, automation solutions, software, and services catering to diverse segments, including homes, agriculture, buildings, infrastructure, and industry.

Position - Deputy Manager - BBT Design & Engineer Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in Busway/Busduct systems, Power Distribution, Switchgear, or Electrical Design Engineering

Work Location

• Ahmednagar

Technical Application & Design

• Review customer specifications, RFQs, tender documents, and project requirements.
• Design and configure low-voltage and medium-voltage busway systems based on project requirements.
• Perform busway sizing calculations considering load demand, voltage drop, short-circuit withstand, temperature rise, and installation conditions.
• Prepare technical submittals, drawings, layout plans, single line diagrams (SLDs), and busway routing proposals.
• Develop bill of materials (BOM) and product selection documentation.

Presales & Tender Support

• Provide presales support to sales team.

Customer & Project Support

• Provide technical clarifications to customers during bidding and project execution stages.
• Coordinate with customers, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Support site engineers regarding installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of busway systems.
• Conduct technical presentations and product demonstrations.

Engineering Design & Documentation

• Prepare general arrangement drawings, busway routing drawings, support details, and installation guidelines.
• Maintain engineering records, design calculations, and revision control documentation.
• Ensure compliance with quality management procedures and engineering standards.

Standards & Compliance

• Ensure designs comply with IEC, IS, IEEE, NEMA, UL, and relevant customer standards.
• Verify system performance regarding short-circuit ratings, IP protection, temperature rise, and safety requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and value engineering activities.

Continuous Improvement

• Support product development and customization initiatives.
• Analyse field issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Contribute to design standardization, cost optimization, and process improvements.

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in Busway/Busduct systems, Power Distribution, Switchgear, or Electrical Design Engineering.
• Experience in industrial, commercial, data centre, infrastructure, oil & gas, or utility projects preferred.
• Knowledge of busway manufacturers' products and applications is desirable.

Technical Skills

• Busway/Busduct design and application engineering.
• Electrical load calculations and power distribution system design.
• Short-circuit and voltage-drop calculations.
• Knowledge of IEC 61439, IEC 60529, IS standards, and electrical design practices.
• AutoCAD and engineering drawing preparation.
• Family & Layout drawing preparation in Auto-desk REVIT
• Microsoft Office and ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) knowledge.

Mandatory Required Software

• CAD Software

AutoCAD (essential)

• Busway layouts
• GA drawings
• Installation drawings

AutoCAD Electrical

• Electrical schematics
• Panel and wiring drawings
• BIM & 3D Modelling Tools

Increasingly important for data centres, commercial buildings, and industrial projects.

• Autodesk Revit (highly desirable)

• Navisworks

• Clash detection

• 3D coordination

• BIM 360 / Autodesk Construction Cloud

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Customer-focused approach.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Team collaboration and cross-functional coordination.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and quality orientation.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and timeliness of technical proposals.
• Tender conversion support rate.
• Compliance with customer specifications.
• Engineering documentation quality.
• Response time for customer technical queries.
• Project execution support effectiveness.
• Cost optimization and value engineering contributions.
• Commercial Buildings & Infrastructure
• Industrial Power Distribution Systems
• Renewable Energy Projects

What's in it for me?

• Diverse project exposure across HVAC, structural engineering, and mechanical system integration
• Supportive team environment with mentorship to accelerate your professional growth
• Opportunity to apply your engineering knowledge to real-world customer challenges
• Career development in a specialized technical field with clear advancement pathways

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