Engineer - Design & Estimation

Eaton Corporation; Puducherry; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in Puducherry, India, seeks an Electrical Engineer to design and deliver IEC 61439-compliant LV switchboard and distribution-board solutions, covering estimation, tendering, technical consultation, and project handover.

You will prepare competitive estimates, create compliant drawings, and develop detailed proposals while collaborating with customers and the sales team to drive business growth, improve margins, and ensure timely handovers to manufacturing and dispatch.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, with exposure to LV Electrical System.
• Minimum of 3-4 years technical experience within the Electrical industry dealing with low / medium voltage systems and technical product sales required

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, competitive estimates using appropriate Eaton products and services to maximize order value and profitability.
• Produce compliant switchboard assembly drawings that meet customer requirements while optimizing material use and assembly time.
• Prepare clear, detailed proposals and tenders with a strong focus on technical accuracy and commercial requirements.
• Collaborate with customers and the sales team to clarify requirements, develop suitable solutions, and support business growth.
• Coordinate with project and manufacturing teams to ensure an effective handover from estimation and design through build and dispatch.
• Maintain an accurate, current, and accessible library of drawings and technical documents.
• Meet agreed targets for quotation turnaround time, quoted value, accuracy, and sales conversion.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve designs, processes, and project margins.
• Support the preparation of marketing materials, including catalogues and site-plan drawings.

Skills

Switchboard design principles

Interpreting diagrams and specs

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

SAP

Microsoft Office

Design-for-assembly principles

Team collaboration

English communication

Attention to detail and problem Solv.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

What You’ll Do

Design and deliver IEC 61439-compliant LV switchboard and DB solutions. Responsible for estimation, design, tendering, technical consultation, and project handover, ensuring technically compliant, commercially competitive, and customer-focused outcomes while driving operational efficiency and business growth.

• Prepare accurate, competitive estimates using appropriate Eaton products and services to maximize order value and profitability.


• Produce compliant switchboard assembly drawings that meet customer requirements while optimizing material use and assembly time.


• Prepare clear, detailed proposals and tenders with a strong focus on technical accuracy and commercial requirements.


• Collaborate with customers and the sales team to clarify requirements, develop suitable solutions, and support business growth.


• Coordinate with project and manufacturing teams to ensure an effective handover from estimation and design through build and dispatch.


• Maintain an accurate, current, and accessible library of drawings and technical documents.


• Meet agreed targets for quotation turnaround time, quoted value, accuracy, and sales conversion.


• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve designs, processes, and project margins.


• Support the preparation of marketing materials, including catalogues and site-plan drawings."

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, with exposure to LV Electrical System.

Minimum of 3-4 years technical experience within the Electrical industry dealing with low / medium voltage systems and technical product sales required

Skills

• Strong understanding of low-voltage main switchboards and distribution-board design principles.


• Ability to interpret customer specifications, single-line diagrams, and electrical schematics and develop appropriate, compliant technical solutions.


• Proficiency in mechanical and electrical design tools, including SolidWorks and AutoCAD.


• Knowledge of relevant industry standards, product applications, manufacturing processes, and design-for-assembly principles."

• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment and manage competing priorities.


• Strong interpersonal, planning, and organizational skills.


• Collaborative approach with a demonstrated ability to work effectively across teams.


• Clear verbal and written communication skills in English.


• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving ability.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and working knowledge of SAP."