Design Manager - Electrical

Jacobs; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Extended leave options

Health and wellbeing events

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Design Manager in Chennai, India, to lead Electrical design activities and guide a team of designers. The ideal candidate will have a B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical, with at least 15 years of experience, including 5 years in a lead role.

This role emphasizes effective interdisciplinary coordination and hands-on experience with design codes. Jacobs offers a hybrid working policy, allowing flexibility in work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience with at least 5 years as Lead Electrical Engineer.
• Experience in multi‑office execution for Global projects.
• EHV Design knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead Electrical design activities based on standard company procedures.
• Prepare design calculations for sizing major electrical equipment.
• Guide a team of designers in electrical engineering tasks.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Electrical design knowledge

Reporting capabilities

Knowledge of Electrical codes & standards

Education

B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical

Job description

Overview

At Jacobs, we challenge today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Impact

As a Design Manager, responsibilities include preparing and reviewing the Basis of Design, Load Lists, Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), Layouts, Material Take‑Offs (MTO), and providing procurement assistance. The role requires hands‑on experience with both Indian and International design codes, as well as effective interdisciplinary coordination to ensure project success.

Responsibilities

• Lead the entire Electrical Engineering activities to carry out Electrical design work based on standard company procedure / other procedures, methods outlined.
• Prepare Basis of Design for Industrial/Specialty Chemical, Master Plan, Concept, Schematics.
• Detail Engineering including preparation of Load list and load balancing in case of power failure at one source to maintain redundancy.
• Prepare SLD, Power distribution, Equipment Layout as per NBC/CEIG/Electricity Rule, Cable tray / Earthing layout.
• Prepare design calculations for sizing the major electrical equipment. Familiar with ETAP calculations – for Load flow, Short‑circuit, Harmonic study, Arc flash study. Should be able to do Lightning protection calculation.
• Guide a team of designers in 2D / 3D electrical engineering, review of 3D model and review of layouts and MTOs extracted from the model. Perform cost estimation of Electrical Package.
• Handle procurement activity for Electrical items covering preparation of enquiry specification, review of technical offer and preparation of TR, preparation of order specifications.
• Review vendor drawings, review electrical content for mechanical packages. Participate in discussions with the client as necessary.
• Ensure timely completion of designs, requisitions and engineering deliverables.
• Provide technical guidance to Electrical Engineers and Designers to carry out design work as per the requirements of the Project. Adhere to Dept./Discipline Working Instructions and Quality Systems.
• Meet client expectations and maintain long‑term relationship with client. Attend to client’s feedback and any complaints.
• Monitor work and progress in compliance with the project requirements and schedule.
• Ensure that site issues such as Technical Queries, Non‑conformity Notices are dealt effectively and expeditiously; and also ensure competent staff are available for site troubleshooting as necessary. Attend Design Engineering Management Review Meetings.
• Coordinate with various stakeholders such as Client, various internal disciplines (Projects / Piping / Mechanical / Architect / Civil / Vendors) for effective engineering management.

Skills & Qualifications

• B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical with minimum 15 years of experience; at least 5 years as Lead Electrical Engineer.
• Self‑driven with good leadership & reporting capabilities.
• Experience in multi‑office execution for Global projects.
• Knowledge of Electrical codes & standards (IS / IEC / NBC) is mandatory.
• EHV Design knowledge is an added advantage.

About Jacobs

At Jacobs we value people. Having the right balance of belonging, career and lifestyle enables us to consistently deliver and exceed clients’ expectations. Working alongside industry leaders, you will have the opportunity to develop your career on key projects in an environment that encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing and innovation. We offer flexible working arrangements, extended leave options and a host of social, health and wellbeing events and initiatives.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.