Lab Engineer, Electrical(External)

Danfoss; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to maximize equipment uptime and ensure safe operations within a laboratory and testing environment. The role focuses on maintaining electrical systems, panels, motors, drives, transformers, and distribution equipment, while following preventive maintenance and safety protocols.

The position emphasizes fault diagnosis, reliability improvements, and collaboration with teams to implement corrective actions and upgrades for long-term equipment

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in maintaining and troubleshooting industrial electrical systems.
• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams and control schematics.
• Familiar with electrical testing methods and measuring instruments.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems and test infrastructure to minimize downtime.
• Inspect and service electrical panels, motors, drives, transformers, and power distribution equipment.
• Execute preventive maintenance plans and maintain equipment records.
• Promote safe operations and support audits.
• Drive continuous improvement and support equipment upgrades and commissioning.

Skills

Industrial electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical distribution systems

Control panels & motors

VFDs & protection systems

Reading electrical drawings

UPS systems & transformers

Job description

The Impact You’ll Make

As an Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you will play a key role in maximizing equipment uptime, ensuring safe operations, and maintaining the electrical systems and laboratory equipment that enable high-quality testing and development. This is an opportunity to combine hands‑on electrical expertise with continuous improvement, helping strengthen reliability, efficiency, and operational excellence within a modern testing environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems and test infrastructure to ensure reliable laboratory operations and minimize downtime.
• Inspect and service electrical panels, motors, drives, transformers, and power distribution equipment to improve equipment availability and performance.
• Execute preventive maintenance plans and maintain accurate equipment records to support long‑term reliability.
• Promote safe operations by following electrical safety practices, supporting audits, and ensuring protection systems remain effective.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying recurring issues, implementing corrective actions, and supporting equipment upgrades and commissioning activities

What We’re Looking For

• Hands‑on experience in industrial electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment support within manufacturing, testing, laboratory, or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems, control panels, motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and protection systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, single‑line diagrams, and control schematics.
• Familiarity with electrical testing methods, measuring instruments, UPS systems, transformers, and industrial power equipment.
• Strong problem‑solving and collaboration skills with a focus on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement

What You’ll Get From Us

• At Danfoss, you will work on meaningful challenges that support innovation and sustainable technologies. You’ll be part of a collaborative environment where your expertise contributes directly to product quality and operational excellence.
• We invest in your growth through learning opportunities, knowledge sharing, and exposure to advanced testing and electrical systems.
• You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals while building skills across maintenance, reliability, safety, and laboratory operations. day

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category