Electrical Design

Larsen & Toubro; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer in Chennai to design electrical layouts and MV/LV schematics aligned with project requirements and standards. The role involves selecting materials, components and doing load and short-circuit calculations, ensuring compliance with IEC/IS/BS/NEC/IEEE and local codes.

You will coordinate with mechanical, plumbing, firefighting and instrumentation teams, prepare BOQ and RFQs, and assist CAD/BIM teams in producing detailed drawings and 3D

Responsibilities

• Design electrical layouts, MV/LV schematics and specifications per project requirements.
• Review electrical diagrams and schematics to integrate systems within process design.
• Prepare BOQ and RFQs for electrical systems for tenders.
• Perform load calculations and cable sizing to ensure compliance and reliability.
• Coordinate with mechanical, plumbing, firefighting and instrumentation engineers for seamless integration.

Job description

• Design and create electrical layouts, MV/LV schematics, and specifications in alignment with project requirements and engineering standardsSelect appropriate materials, electrical components, cable sizes, and systems based on design specifications, codes, and project requirements, ensuring compliance with industry standards (such as IEC, NEC, or local codes).
• Review and interpret Electrical Diagrams and Schematics to integrate electrical systems within the overall process designPrepare Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and Request for Quotations (RFQs) for electrical system required for project tendersPerform calculations to determine optimal power distribution and load balancing across electrical systems.
• Analyzing cable voltage drops, fault currents, Transformer, DG & UPS capacities, and short-circuit calculations for Electrical systemsConduct electrical load analysis to evaluate the flexibility and mechanical integrity of electrical systems, including cables, conduits, and supportsEnsure all electrical designs and installations comply with industry codes and standards, such as IEC,IS,BS, NEC, IEEE, etc., and local regulationsContinuously maintain up-to-date knowledge of changing regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices related to electrical engineeringCo-ordinate with mechanical,plumping,firefighting, and instrumentation engineers to ensure the seamless integration of electrical systems within the overall project designEngage with contractors and vendors to manage electrical design reviews, procurement processes, and the preparation of installation drawingsCollaborate with CAD and BIM (Building Information Modeling) engineers to produce detailed electrical design drawings and 3D models.Prepare detailed project progress reports, technical documents, and presentations for stakeholders.Maintain up-to-date and records of electrical designs, material certifications, inspection reports, and other relevant project documentationAssist CAD/BIM engineers in creating standardized libraries, templates, and 3D models for electrical systemsContinuous knowledge enhancement and stay updated on the latest electrical technologies, industry standards, and regulatory standards