Electrical Design Engineer
Employment Type: Full time
Location: India
Experience: 5-7 Years
Reporting To: Project Manager
Position Summary
The Lubrizol Corporation is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to support execution of the Capital Projects in India.
The selected candidate will support electrical engineering activities from detailed engineering through procurement, construction, commissioning, and project handover. The role requires strong knowledge of building electrical systems, multidisciplinary coordination, and applicable Indian electrical regulations and building codes.
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Design & Engineering
- Review and develop electrical engineering deliverables including:
- Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
- Load Lists
- Cable Schedules
- Electrical Equipment Layouts
- Lighting Layouts
- Earthing & Lightning Protection Drawings
- Power Distribution Drawings
- Perform electrical load assessment and equipment sizing.
- Ensure designs comply with project requirements, applicable standards, and engineering best practices.
Building Electrical Infrastructure
Support design and review of:
- LV Power Distribution Systems
- Transformers and Distribution Boards
- UPS Systems
- Emergency Power Systems
- Lighting & Emergency Lighting Systems
- Small Power Systems
- Grounding & Lightning Protection Systems
- Fire Alarm Power Interfaces
- Security and Access Control Power Systems
Multidisciplinary Coordination
Coordinate electrical activities with:
- Architects
- HVAC Engineers
- Mechanical Engineers
- Process Engineers
- Instrumentation & Controls Engineers
- Fire Protection Consultants
- IT and Building Management System Teams
Participate in design review meetings and resolve interdisciplinary design issues.
Interface with facility owners, utility providers, and regulatory authorities to support electrical service connections, statutory compliance, and facility energization activities.
Procurement Support
- Prepare technical specifications and datasheets.
- Review vendor quotations and technical submissions.
- Participate in technical bid evaluations.
- Review vendor drawings and documentation.
Construction & Commissioning Support
- Provide engineering support during construction and installation.
- Resolve technical queries raised by contractors and site teams.
- Support FAT, SAT, commissioning, start-up, and project handover activities.
- Review as-built documentation and commissioning reports.
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
Experience Requirements
- 5-7 years of experience in Electrical Design Engineering.
- Experience in laboratory, pharmaceutical, commercial, healthcare, institutional, industrial building, or R&D facility projects.
- Experience supporting engineering consultants, EPC contractors, or owner engineering teams.
- Exposure to procurement support, construction support, and commissioning activities is preferred.
Technical Skills
- Building Electrical Distribution Systems
- Lighting Design
- Emergency Power & UPS Systems
- Grounding & Lightning Protection
- Electrical Design Calculations
- Technical Specification Development
- Vendor Document Review
- Construction & Commissioning Support
Codes & Standards Knowledge
Good working knowledge of:
- National Building Code of India (NBC 2016)
- Electricity Act and applicable Indian Electricity Rules
- Central Electricity Authority (CEA) Regulations
- Relevant Indian Standards (IS)
- IEC Standards
- Fire & Life Safety Requirements for Buildings
- Local Statutory Approval Requirements
Experience in applying electrical and building code requirements during design and project execution will be preferred.
Software Skills
- AutoCAD
- MS Office
- ETAP (preferred)
- Exposure to BIM/Revit coordination will be an added advantage
Key Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in multidisciplinary project teams.
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project schedules.
- Self-motivated with a strong focus on safety, quality, and project execution.
Preferred Candidate Profile
Candidates with experience in laboratory facilities, pharmaceutical facilities, R&D centers, commercial buildings, or similar building infrastructure projects in India will be preferred. Experience working on projects during detailed engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases will be advantageous.