Senior Electrical Design Engineer

DEME Group; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent training track

Growth opportunities

Health program and wellbeing

Job summary

DEME Group is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Chennai to lead the design and modification of vessel electrical systems. You will work on schematics, wiring diagrams, and retrofit projects, coordinating with stakeholders and ensuring high-quality engineering deliverables.

The role requires 7–10 years of relevant experience in marine electrical design, familiar with classification society approvals, and strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 7-10 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering or electrical design.
• Experience in marine, shipbuilding, vessel engineering, or vessel maintenance is strongly preferred.
• Good understanding of marine electrical systems, schematics, wiring diagrams, and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and modify electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and related drawings per vessel and project requirements.
• Review existing vessel electrical systems and drawings and develop solutions for modifications and retrofit projects.
• Use EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, SEE Electrical, or comparable software to prepare and revise drawings.
• Understand existing vessel drawings and independently perform required electrical modifications.
• Prepare, review, and update as-built drawings and final project documentation.
• Coordinate technical requirements with senior engineers, vessel personnel, customers, and internal teams.
• Support electrical drawing submissions for Classification Society approval and follow up until approval.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality of electrical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Maintain final drawings and records in document management systems.
• Provide technical guidance to team members as needed.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

SEE Electrical

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer with 7-10 years of relevant experience, preferably within marine, shipbuilding, vessel engineering, or vessel maintenance. The role involves developing and modifying vessel electrical drawings, supporting modification and retrofit projects, preparing technical documentation, coordinating with stakeholders, and maintaining high-quality engineering deliverables.

Your responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and modify electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and related electrical drawings in accordance with vessel and project requirements.
• Review existing vessel electrical systems and drawings and develop suitable solutions for modifications, upgrades, and retrofit projects.
• Use EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, SEE Electrical, or comparable electrical design software to prepare and revise engineering drawings.
• Understand existing vessel drawings and independently carry out the required electrical modifications based on project needs.
• Prepare, review, and update as-built drawings and final project documentation.
• Coordinate technical requirements and design clarifications with senior engineers, vessel personnel, customers, internal engineering teams, and other stakeholders.
• Support electrical drawing and document submissions for Classification Society approval. Depending on experience, independently handle submissions, review class comments, implement changes, and follow up until approval.
• Ensure the accuracy, consistency, completeness, and quality of electrical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Maintain final drawings, documents, and engineering records in the applicable document management or vault system.
• Provide technical guidance and support to other team members when required.

Your profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 7-10 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering or electrical design.
• Experience in marine, shipbuilding, vessel engineering, vessel maintenance, or vessel modification is strongly preferred.
• Good understanding of marine electrical systems, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control systems.
• Ability to understand existing vessel electrical drawings and execute modification and retrofit engineering requirements.
• Experience with Classification Society plan approval and handling class comments is an advantage, particularly for senior-level candidates.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate as-built drawings and final engineering documentation.
• Strong technical problem-solving, communication, documentation, and coordination skills.
• Senior candidates should be capable of independently managing electrical engineering deliverables and providing technical guidance to team members.

Our offer

• A permanent training track which allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally
• A stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities
• A people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing