Position:
Design Engineer – LT Panels
Experience:
3 to 5 Years Experience
Reporting To:
Lead Design Engineer / Engineering Manager
Job Description:
We are looking for a Design Engineer with 3–5 years of hands-on experience in LT panel design. The role involves preparation of electrical drawings, BOM generation, component selection, and coordination with production teams to ensure smooth execution of panel manufacturing.
The candidate should have strong fundamentals in electrical engineering and practical exposure to LT panel design standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Electrical Design & Drafting
Prepare:
- Single Line Diagrams (SLD)
- General Arrangement (GA) drawings
- Control schematics and wiring diagrams
Design and support engineering of:
- PCC Panels
- MCC Panels
- AMF Panels
- APFC Panels
- VFD Panels
Component Selection & Calculations
- Perform Busbar sizing calculations
- Cable sizing calculations
- Basic short-circuit calculations
- Select switchgear components (ACB, MCCB, MCB, contactors, relays, meters, etc.)
- Prepare detailed Bill of Materials (BOM)
Standards & Compliance
- Ensure designs comply with:
- IEC 61439
- Relevant IS standards
- Understand IP ratings and form of separation basics.
- Support preparation of FAT documentation.
Coordination & Support
- Coordinate with:
- Production team for design clarifications
- Purchase team for technical queries
- Assist in resolving issues during panel assembly.
- Support client drawing approvals.
Documentation & Revision Control
- Maintain updated revision logs.
- Ensure proper document control and drawing release process.
- Support project documentation submission.
Qualifications
- B.E. / B.Tech / Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
- 3–5 years of experience in LT panel design.
Technical Skills Required
- Proficiency in AutoCAD (mandatory).
- Basic knowledge of EPLAN (preferred).
- Familiarity with major switchgear brands:
- Schneider Electric
- Siemens
- ABB
- L&T
- Understanding of electrical protection basics.
Key Competencies
- Strong attention to detail
- Good analytical and calculation skills
- Ability to work under supervision
- Team coordination skills
- Willingness to learn and grow
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy of drawings and BOM
- Timely completion of assigned designs
- Reduction in rework from production
- Smooth coordination with cross-functional teams