Design Engineer

Design Engineer (Electrical) Astek Electricals India Pvt. Ltd.

Location: Surat, Gujarat
Department: Electrical Design / Engineering
Industry: Electrical Panels, Switchgear & Industrial Electrical Solutions
Experience: 27 Years
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical Engineering
Key Software: AutoCAD & EPLAN

Job Description

The Design Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing electrical control panels and related electrical systems. The role involves preparing electrical drawings, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and technical documentation while ensuring compliance with customer specifications and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Electrical Panel Design

• Design LT control panels, PCC, MCC, IMCC, APFC, and other electrical control panels.
• Prepare electrical schematics, power and control circuit diagrams.
• Develop General Arrangement (GA) and panel layout drawings.
• Ensure designs comply with approved technical specifications and applicable standards.
• Select appropriate electrical components based on load, rating, application, and customer requirements.

2. Drawing Preparation

• Prepare and modify electrical drawings using AutoCAD and EPLAN.

• Develop:

• Single Line Diagrams (SLD)

• GA Drawings

• Panel Layout Drawings

• Power Wiring Diagrams

• Control Wiring Diagrams

• Terminal Plans

• Cable Schedules

• Interconnection Drawings

• Component Layouts

• Maintain proper drawing numbering, revisions, and documentation.

3. Bill of Materials (BOM)

• Prepare accurate BOMs (Bill of Materials) based on approved drawings.
• Calculate material and component quantities.
• Verify component specifications, ratings, and quantities.
• Coordinate with the Purchase, Estimation, Procurement, and Production teams for material requirements.

4. Electrical Component Selection

The candidate should have good knowledge of electrical components such as:

• ACB, MCCB & MCB
• Contactors
• Overload Relays
• Protection Relays
• CT / PT
• Control Transformers
• SMPS
• Auxiliary Relays
• Timers
• Terminal Blocks
• Push Buttons
• Selector Switches
• Indicating Lamps
• Busbars
• Cables & Wires
• VFDs
• Soft Starters
• PLCs
• HMIs

5. Wiring & Cable Design

• Prepare power and control wiring diagrams.
• Develop cable schedules and terminal plans.
• Perform basic cable sizing and selection.
• Ensure proper control circuit logic and wiring connections.
• Coordinate with the production team to resolve drawing and wiring-related issues.

6. Customer Coordination & Drawing Revisions

• Review customer specifications and technical requirements.
• Incorporate customer comments and prepare drawing revisions.
• Maintain proper revision history.
• Coordinate with customers regarding technical clarifications.
• Submit drawings for approval within the required project timeline.
• Ensure minimum drawing revisions through proper checking and review.

7. Cross-Functional Coordination

Coordinate with:

• Estimation Team
• Purchase & Procurement Team
• Production Team
• Project Team
• Quality/QC Team
• Sales Team
• Customers

Resolve technical issues related to electrical drawings, components, BOMs, wiring, and panel manufacturing.

Required Technical Skills

• Electrical Control Panel Design
• LT Panel Design
• PCC / MCC / IMCC / APFC Panels
• Electrical Schematic Design
• SLD Reading & Interpretation
• Power & Control Wiring
• Electrical Component Selection
• Cable Sizing
• BOM Preparation
• Panel GA & Layout Design
• Technical Documentation
• Drawing Revision Control
• AutoCAD
• EPLAN
• MS Excel

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical Engineering.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in electrical panel design or a similar role.
• Practical knowledge of LT panels, switchgear, control circuits, electrical drawings, and panel manufacturing.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and EPLAN.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, communication, and coordination skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete drawings within project deadlines.

Key Performance Expectations

• Accurate and error-free electrical drawings.
• Timely completion and submission of design documents.
• Correct component selection and ratings.
• Accurate BOM and material quantities.
• Proper drawing revision and document control.
• Minimum drawing revisions.
• Effective coordination with customers and internal departments.
• Compliance with project specifications and quality requirements.