Senior Electrical Engineer PLC & ACB PANEL

Bluewhale Enterprises; Thane; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluewhale Enterprises in Ambernath, Maharashtra, seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer with 8–10 years of hands-on experience in electrical panel design, PLC and MCC panels, and client handling. You will manage projects from design through testing and commissioning, coordinating with production and clients.

Candidate should have strong knowledge of panel manufacturing, assembly processes, and compliance with electrical standards. The role demands leadership and direct client interaction.

Qualifications

• BE/BTech in Electrical Engineering with hands-on panel manufacturing experience.
• 8–10 years of electrical control panel design and project execution.
• Ability to lead panel design from concept to commissioning and client approvals.

Responsibilities

• Design and review electrical control panels per project specs.
• Prepare SLDs, schematics, wiring diagrams and panel GA drawings.
• Select components and prepare BOM/BOQ.
• Lead panel assembly, testing, FAT, and commissioning.
• Interact with clients, consultants and project teams.
• Coordinate with production and ensure timely project delivery.

Skills

PLC Control Panels

ACB Panels

MCC / PCC Panels

Electrical Control Panels

DOL / Starter Panels

Electrical SLD & Control Schematics

Panel GA & Wiring Drawings

AutoCAD Electrical

Education

B.E. / B.Tech / Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

AutoCAD

Job description

SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER – PANEL DESIGN & PROJECTS

Company: BLUEWHALE ENTERPRISES. Department: Design / Projects / Engineering Age: 45 - 55 years Experience: 8–10 Years Employment Type: Full-Time Location: Ambernath, Maharashtra Reporting To: Operations Head / Management

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer with 8–10 years of hands‑on experience in Electrical Control Panel Design, PLC Panels, ACB Panels, Panel Assembly, Testing & Commissioning, and Client Handling.

The ideal candidate should be technically strong, capable of independently handling electrical panel projects from design stage to final testing and client approval, and should have practical knowledge of panel manufacturing and assembly processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Electrical Panel Design
   
   
   
   1. Design electrical control panels based on project requirements and approved specifications.
   
   
   2. Prepare and review Single Line Diagrams (SLD), Control Schematics, Power Wiring Diagrams and Panel GA drawings.
   
   
   3. Design and review PLC Control Panels, ACB Panels, MCC Panels, DOL/Starter Panels and other electrical control panels.
   
   
   4. Select appropriate electrical components such as ACB, MCCB, MCB, contactors, relays, PLC, SMPS, timers, overload relays, terminal blocks, meters and control devices.
   
   
   5. Prepare BOM / BOQ and component specifications.
   
   
   6. Perform load calculations, cable sizing, protection selection and control circuit design.
   
   
   7. Ensure designs comply with applicable electrical standards and client specifications.
   
   
   
   


2. PLC Panel Engineering
   
   
   
   1. Develop and review PLC panel architecture and control philosophy.
   
   
   2. Understand PLC I/O requirements and assist in PLC hardware selection.
   
   
   3. Coordinate with PLC programmers for I/O mapping, control logic and panel requirements.
   
   
   4. Review PLC panel wiring, termination and interlocking requirements.
   
   
   5. Troubleshoot PLC panel-related electrical and control issues.
   
   
   
   


3. ACB Panel Design
   
   
   
   1. Design and review ACB incomer and outgoing feeder arrangements.
   
   
   2. Understand ACB protection functions, settings and interlocking requirements.
   
   
   3. Coordinate protection, metering and control requirements.
   
   
   4. Review busbar sizing, short‑circuit considerations and panel configuration.
   
   
   5. Ensure proper integration of ACB, MCCB, meters, CTs, protection relays and control circuits.
   
   
   
   


4. Panel Assembly & Production Support
   
   
   
   1. Supervise and guide the panel assembly team.
   
   
   2. Verify component mounting, busbar arrangement, wiring, ferruling, termination and labeling.
   
   
   3. Check panel workmanship and ensure drawings are followed during assembly.
   
   
   4. Resolve technical issues arising during panel manufacturing.
   
   
   5. Coordinate with production and assembly teams for timely completion of projects.
   
   
   6. Conduct stage‑wise inspection of panels.
   
   
   
   


5. Testing & Quality Control
   
   
   
   1. Conduct and supervise FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing).
   
   
   2. Perform continuity, insulation resistance, functional and interlock testing.
   
   
   3. Verify control circuit operation and protection functions.
   
   
   4. Check panel wiring against approved drawings.
   
   
   5. Prepare and maintain testing reports and inspection documents.
   
   
   6. Ensure panels meet approved drawings, specifications and quality standards.
   
   
   
   


6. Client Handling & Technical Coordination
   
   
   
   1. Communicate directly with clients, consultants and project teams.
   
   
   2. Attend technical discussions and client meetings.
   
   
   3. Understand client requirements and provide appropriate technical solutions.
   
   
   4. Handle technical queries, drawing approvals, inspections and modifications.
   
   
   5. Coordinate with consultants for drawing and technical approvals.
   
   
   6. Attend client inspections and FAT.
   
   
   7. Maintain professional relationships with clients and consultants.
   
   
   
   


7. Project Coordination
   
   
   
   1. Coordinate with Sales, Purchase, Design, Production, Stores, Quality and Service departments.
   
   
   2. Review project requirements before starting manufacturing.
   
   
   3. Monitor project progress and identify technical or material‑related issues.
   
   
   4. Ensure projects are completed according to approved drawings and committed timelines.
   
   
   5. Provide technical support during installation and commissioning whenever required.
   
   
   
   

Required Technical Skills

• PLC Control Panels


• ACB Panels


• MCC / PCC Panels


• Electrical Control Panels


• DOL / Starter Panels


• Electrical SLD & Control Schematics


• Panel GA & Wiring Drawings


• AutoCAD Electrical / AutoCAD


• Electrical component selection


• ACB / MCCB protection


• Busbar sizing and arrangement


• Control circuit design


• PLC hardware & I/O understanding


• Panel wiring and termination


• FAT & electrical testing


• Troubleshooting


• Electrical safety and standards


• BOM / BOQ preparation

Educational Qualification

B.E. / B.Tech / Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Candidates with strong practical experience in electrical panel manufacturing and project execution will be preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Electrical Control Panel Manufacturing


• PLC Panel Manufacturing


• ACB / PCC / MCC Panel Manufacturing


• Industrial Electrical Projects


• Panel Design & Engineering


• Panel Testing & Commissioning


• Client / Consultant Coordination

Key Competencies

• Strong electrical engineering fundamentals


• Excellent panel design knowledge


• Practical manufacturing experience


• Strong troubleshooting ability


• Good AutoCAD skills


• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings


• Good communication and client‑handling skills


• Leadership and team‑management ability


• Ability to work independently


• Strong problem‑solving skills


• Project‑oriented approach


• Ability to work under deadlines

Performance Expectations

The selected candidate will be expected to independently manage the technical aspects of assigned panel projects and ensure:

Design - BOM - Component Selection - Quotation - Assembly - Testing - Client Inspection - Modification - Final Approval with minimum errors and timely execution.

Preferred Candidate Profile

We are looking for someone who is not only a drawing/design engineer, but a technically strong hands‑on electrical engineer who understands how a panel is actually designed, manufactured, wired, tested and delivered to the client.

Candidates who have previously worked with Electrical Panel Manufacturers / System Integrators / Industrial Automation Companies / EPC Companies will be prefer.