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Switchgear Design Engineer – Greenfield Project (LV/MV Switchgear)

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Switchgear Design Engineer capable of interpreting customer Single Line Diagrams (SLDs) and developing optimized Low Voltage (LV) switchgear designs. The candidate should be proficient in selecting Current Transformer (CT) ratios, performing electrical design calculations, and engineering compact, high-power-density switchgear solutions that maximize performance within limited enclosure space. Designs must comply with applicable UL standards and meet all UL certification requirements, including type testing, construction review, and Follow-Up Service (FUS) compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Greenfield Project Responsibilities

• Participate in establishing a Greenfield LV/MV switchgear manufacturing facility.
• Develop engineering standards, design procedures, and product documentation.
• Support factory layout planning and integration with manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate equipment installation and production setup activities.
• Assist in vendor selection and technical evaluation of manufacturing equipment and tooling.

Switchgear Design & Engineering

• Design LV and MV switchgear panels, MCCs, PCCs, Distribution Boards (DB), and control panels.
• Prepare GA drawings, SLDs, wiring diagrams, schematics, and fabrication drawings.
• Design copper and aluminium busbar systems based on current-carrying capacity and short-circuit requirements.
• Prepare Bills of Materials (BOM), technical specifications, and manufacturing drawings.
• Perform electrical calculations including:
  • Busbar sizing
  • Cable sizing
  • Short circuit calculations
  • Voltage drop calculations
  • Heat dissipation
  • Protection coordination

Standards & Compliance

• Ensure all designs comply with applicable UL standards.
• Support type testing and routine testing activities.
• Coordinate with third-party laboratories for product certification.
• Maintain compliance with customer specifications and regulatory requirements.

Manufacturing Support

• Provide engineering support during panel assembly.
• Resolve manufacturing and installation-related technical issues.
• Improve manufacturability and reduce production costs through design optimization.
• Support prototype development and first-article inspections.
• Participate in value engineering and cost reduction initiatives.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with Sales, Projects, Procurement, Production, QA/QC, and Service teams.
• Coordinate with customers for technical clarifications and design approvals.
• Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and customer inspections.
• Provide technical support during commissioning activities.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of LV and MV switchgear design.
• Experience designing PCC, MCC, APFC Panels, Distribution Boards, Synchronizing Panels, and Control Panels.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, SolidWorks Electrical, or similar CAD software.
• Knowledge of electrical protection systems and relay coordination.
• Understanding of UL standards.
• Strong knowledge of electrical components including:
  • Air Circuit Breakers (ACB)
  • Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)
  • Vacuum Circuit Breakers (VCB)
  • Contactors
  • Relays
  • Busbars
  • CTs/PTs
• Familiarity with ERP systems and engineering documentation.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical Engineering.
• 8–15 years of experience in LV/MV switchgear design.
• Experience in Greenfield manufacturing projects.
• Exposure to product development and technology transfer.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
• Experience working with international customers is an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Technical expertise in electrical design
• Project management
• Attention to detail
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Problem-solving ability
• Communication and presentation skills
• Time management
• Continuous improvement mindset

Success Metrics (KPIs)

• Timely completion of engineering drawings and design releases.
• Successful development of new switchgear products for production.
• Compliance with IEC and customer standards.
• Reduction in Engineering Change Requests (ECRs).
• Improved manufacturing efficiency through optimized designs.
• Successful support of Greenfield plant commissioning.
• On-time delivery of customer engineering documentation.
• Achievement of quality and cost targets.