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Electrical Designer

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Chennai

AI generated summary

  • You need a diploma in Electrical Engineering, 3+ years of design experience, proficiency in AutoCAD/Microstation, and familiarity with NEC/NFPA standards. Skills in MS Office and lighting tools are preferred.
  • You will create electrical designs, drawings, and schedules, model components in 3D, manage project coordination, and ensure deliverables align with project goals and changes.

Requirements

  • * Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • * Experience using AutoCAD/Microstation/Smartsketch, SP3D/E3D/PDMS is must
  • * Experience with Dialux / Chalmlite for lighting calculation and Roxtec Tool for MCT sizing is preferred
  • * Minimum of 3 years of detailed electrical design experience
  • * Familiar with application of standards, codes, and guidelines, including NEC, & NFPA
  • * Technical knowledge of the electrical detailed design/drafting process
  • * Experience using MS Office Suite including Excel and Word

Responsibilities

  • Prepare key project deliverables, including (but not limited to) the following:
  • Block Diagrams
  • Area Classification Drawings
  • One-line diagrams
  • Typical Installation Drawings
  • Motor control schematics
  • Panel Schedules
  • MCT Schedules
  • Lighting Layout Drawings
  • Cable tray drawings
  • Earthing layouts
  • Building Layouts
  • MCT Layouts
  • Tray support location Plans
  • Cable tray sizing calculations
  • Conduit & cable schedules
  • AG/UG power drawings
  • Interconnection & Wiring drawings
  • Prepare bills of material and perform MTO of electrical items
  • Work in 3D modeling tool to perform the following:
  • Model Cable trays
  • Model Electrical Equipment
  • Model Electrical field devices
  • Model Cable tray supports / Supports for field devices
  • Model Penetrations
  • Model Cable trenches
  • Extract Drawings
  • Extract MTO
  • Clear Clashes / TDL
  • Support Project Development and Coordination, including (but not limited to) the following:
  • Maintain and promote a focus on McDermott’s end-product throughout engineering, fabrication, or construction
  • Report to and coordinate with the electrical engineering project lead and electrical task lead, as applicable
  • Effectively communicate with electrical design lead and project electrical designers and engineers
  • Recognize and manage change with full awareness of project impact, keeping lead designer informed
  • Assume responsibility for deliverables/activities to which are assigned

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Electrical Designer?

The primary role of the Electrical Designer is to provide solutions to problems in the Electrical Design discipline without supervisory approval, evaluating and selecting solutions from established operating procedures and/or scientific procedures.

What essential qualifications are required for this position?

A Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering is required, along with a minimum of 3 years of detailed electrical design experience.

What software tools should candidates be experienced in for this role?

Candidates must have experience using AutoCAD/Microstation/Smartsketch, SP3D/E3D/PDMS. Experience with Dialux/Chalmlite for lighting calculations and the Roxtec Tool for MCT sizing is preferred.

Are there specific standards and codes that the Electrical Designer should be familiar with?

Yes, familiarity with the application of standards, codes, and guidelines such as NEC and NFPA is essential.

What type of project deliverables is the Electrical Designer expected to prepare?

The Electrical Designer is expected to prepare various deliverables including block diagrams, area classification drawings, one-line diagrams, motor control schematics, lighting layout drawings, cable tray drawings, and more.

How many years of experience in detailed electrical design are required for this job?

A minimum of 3 years of detailed electrical design experience is required for this position.

Will the Electrical Designer have any responsibilities related to project coordination?

Yes, the Electrical Designer will support project development and coordination by communicating effectively with electrical design leads and assuming responsibility for assigned deliverables.

What technical knowledge is important for an Electrical Designer in this role?

Technical knowledge of the electrical detailed design/drafting process is important for this role.

Is experience with MS Office required for this position?

Yes, experience using the MS Office Suite, including Excel and Word, is required.

What is the main aim of Lutech Resources in the recruitment process?

Lutech Resources aims to quickly place qualified talent with the best-suited employers and to build long-term relationships with both clients and candidates.

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Mission & Purpose

McDermott is a premier provider of engineering and construction solutions to the energy industry. Our customers trust our technology-driven approach—engineered to responsibly harness and transform global energy resources into the products the world needs for now and what’s next. From concept to commissioning, we are creating and delivering the building blocks of the energy transition. Our innovative expertise and capabilities advance the next generation of global energy infrastructure—empowering a brighter, more sustainable future for us all. Operating in over 54 countries, our locally focused and globally integrated resources include more than 30,000 employees, a diversified fleet of specialty marine construction vessels and fabrication facilities around the world.