Electrical Design Engineer

Job Title: Design Engineer – Industrial Automation

Department: Engineering / Design

Industry: Industrial Automation, Electrical Panel Manufacturing & Control Systems

Experience: 2–5 Years (adjustable based on company requirements)

Qualification: Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Mechatronics Engineering

Employment Type: Full-time

1. Job SummaryWe are looking for a skilled Design Engineer – Industrial Automation to design electrical control panels, automation systems, control circuits, and electrical schematics for industrial applications. The candidate will be responsible for preparing electrical drawings, selecting automation components, developing PLC and HMI system architectures, and coordinating with production, project, and commissioning teams to ensure successful project execution.

• 2. Key ResponsibilitiesA. Electrical Design & EngineeringPrepare electrical schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, and control circuit drawings.
• Design electrical control panels, PLC panels, MCC panels, PCC panels, VFD panels, and automation panels.
• Prepare Single Line Diagrams (SLD), General Arrangement (GA) drawings, panel layouts, and terminal diagrams.
• Select suitable electrical components based on project requirements and technical specifications.
• Calculate cable sizes, control circuit requirements, protection ratings, and power distribution requirements.
• Prepare Bill of Materials (BOM), component lists, and technical documentation.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable IEC standards and customer specifications.
• B. PLC & Automation System DesignDevelop PLC system architectures based on application requirements.
• Select PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo drives, remote I/O, sensors, and communication devices.
• Prepare PLC I/O lists, instrument lists, and control philosophy documents.
• Develop automation system layouts and control system interconnection diagrams.
• Coordinate PLC programming, HMI development, SCADA integration, and industrial communication requirements.
• Work with automation programmers to ensure proper implementation of the control logic.
• C. Panel Layout & Manufacturing SupportPrepare panel GA drawings, component mounting layouts, and internal wiring details.
• Ensure proper component spacing, cable routing, ventilation, and accessibility.
• Coordinate with panel production and wiring teams to resolve design-related issues.
• Review panel wiring and assembly against approved drawings.
• Provide engineering support during panel assembly, testing, and troubleshooting.
• D. Project Coordination & DocumentationReview customer specifications, electrical drawings, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with project managers, sales engineers, procurement, production, and commissioning teams.
• Revise drawings based on customer comments and engineering changes.
• Prepare technical submittals, datasheets, BOMs, and final as-built drawings.
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and commissioning activities when required.
• 3. Technical Skills RequiredStrong knowledge of electrical control panel design and industrial automation systems.
• Understanding of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, VFDs, servo systems, sensors, and actuators.
• Knowledge of electrical protection devices, contactors, relays, MCCBs, MCBs, ACBs, and control components.
• Ability to read and prepare electrical schematics, SLDs, wiring diagrams, and panel GA drawings.
• Understanding of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus RTU/TCP, Profinet, and Ethernet/IP.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical safety and applicable IEC standards.
• 4. Software KnowledgeAutoCAD Electrical / AutoCAD
• EPLAN Electric P8 (preferred)
• PLC programming software such as Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, or Mitsubishi GX Works
• HMI/SCADA software, depending on project requirements
• MS Excel and MS Office
• 5. Educational Qualification & ExperienceDiploma or degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• 2–5 years of experience in electrical design, industrial automation, or control panel manufacturing.
• Freshers with relevant technical knowledge and CAD skills may also be considered for junior positions.
• 6. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Accuracy and quality of electrical drawings.
• Timely completion of design documentation.
• BOM accuracy and component selection.
• Compliance with customer specifications and applicable standards.
• Reduction in design errors and panel rework.
• Effective coordination with production and project teams.
• Support provided during FAT, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

Job Benefits:

·        Competitive salary and growth opportunities

·        Travel and fuel reimbursement per company policy

·        Incentives based on performance

·        Alternate Saturdays off

·        Yearly Diwali bonus

·        Attractive leave policy

·        insurance, Provident Fund, and other benefits

BOND 2 Lacs of amount for 3 Years is mandatory. Candidate those who are ready to work in bond can only apply.