Senior Electrical Project Engineer

vanderlande; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderlande in Pune, India seeks a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to lead electrical design and execution for complex material handling automation projects. You will drive power distribution, control systems, and wiring specs from design to FAT, collaborating with engineers, installers, and suppliers worldwide.

The role requires a BE/B.Tech in Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation and 9–13 years of relevant experience, with hands-on AutoCAD and EPLAN skills, and knowledge of PLC hardware

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering.
• 9-13 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering/project execution.
• Hands-on experience with AutoCAD and EPLAN.
• Knowledge of electrical power and control systems, cables, and BOM preparation.
• Knowledge of PROFINET, PROFIBUS, TCP/IP, AS-i networks; Siemens PLC hardware.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute electrical engineering activities across the project lifecycle.
• Develop detailed electrical designs covering power distribution, control systems, and electrical components.
• Prepare detailed electrical drawings, including power calculations, cable calculations, cable tray systems, BOM.
• Design control diagrams using PROFINET and AS-i; specify Siemens PLC hardware and networks.
• Design electrical enclosures and prepare manufacturing drawing packages.
• Coordinate electrical engineering activities from project initiation through completion.
• Collaborate with other engineers and disciplines to develop technical solutions.
• Translate electrical designs into installation instructions for teams.
• Coordinate with suppliers and FAT activities.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and project requirements.
• Estimate, plan, monitor, and control the electrical engineering scope.

Skills

AutoCAD

EPLAN

Electrical power and control systems

Electrical cabinets

Sensors and actuators

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

Job description

Job Title

Senior Electrical Project Engineer

Job Description

Senior Electrical Project Engineer | Pune, India | Full-time

If you are passionate about electrical engineering, industrial automation, and delivering reliable electrical solutions for complex material handling systems, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

Your Role:

As a Senior Electrical Project Engineer, you will play a key role in the complete electrical design and execution of Vanderlande's automation projects. From power distribution and electrical component selection to control diagrams, cabling specifications, installation, and commissioning, you will ensure that electrical solutions are designed and delivered in line with project requirements, quality standards, and timelines.

You will work closely with engineers, installers, suppliers, and global project stakeholders to develop practical and efficient electrical designs using advanced CAD tools such as AutoCAD and EPLAN.

What you will do/Key Responsibilities:

Electrical Design & Engineering

Manage and execute electrical engineering activities across the project lifecycle.

Develop detailed electrical designs covering power distribution, control systems, and electrical components.

Prepare detailed electrical drawings, including:

• Power calculations
• Cable calculations
• Cable tray systems
• Power distribution
• Bill of Materials (BOM)

Design control diagrams using industrial communication technologies such as PROFINET and AS-i.

Specify Siemens PLC hardware and industrial communication networks including PROFIBUS, PROFINET, TCP/IP, Serial, and AS-i.

Design electrical enclosures and prepare complete manufacturing drawing packages.

Develop total cabling specifications, installation drawings, and assembly instructions.

Utilize AutoCAD and EPLAN to deliver accurate and high-quality electrical engineering documentation.

Project Execution & Technical Coordination

Coordinate electrical engineering activities from project initiation through completion.

Collaborate with other engineers and disciplines to develop and implement effective technical solutions.

Translate electrical designs into clear instructions for installers and support teams.

Coordinate with electrical cabinet suppliers and follow up on manufacturing activities, including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).

Specify and follow up on field wiring materials required at project sites.

Ensure electrical designs comply with relevant regulations, engineering standards, and project requirements.

Estimate, plan, monitor, and control the assigned electrical engineering scope.

Provide technical support and guidance to team members, installers, suppliers, and project stakeholders.

Installation & Commissioning Support

Support and supervise electro-mechanical installation activities at customer sites.

Provide technical guidance to installers during electrical installation.

Prepare and maintain commissioning checklists for complete system installation.

Support electro-mechanical commissioning, from initial connections through testing of the final I/O.

Troubleshoot electrical and controls-related issues during installation and commissioning.

Ensure that project deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and according to required quality standards.

What you bring

B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering.

9-13 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering/project execution.

Strong hands-on experience with:

• AutoCAD
• EPLAN
• Electrical power and control systems
• Electrical cabinets
• Sensors and actuators

Good knowledge of:

• Siemens PLC hardware
• PROFIBUS
• PROFINET
• TCP/IP
• Serial communication
• AS-i networks

Experience with:

• Power calculations
• Cable calculations
• Cable tray design
• Power distribution
• BOM preparation
• Electrical enclosure design
• Field wiring
• Cabinet supplier coordination
• FAT activities

• Understanding of electrical installation and electro-mechanical commissioning.
• Ability to understand the complete project lifecycle and manage assigned engineering scope.
• Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong ownership, proactive attitude, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to collaborate with project counterparts and stakeholders across different countries.
• Willingness to travel to project/customer sites.
• Knowledge of the material handling and logistics automation domain is an added advantage.

About Vanderlande:

Vanderlande makes automated systems that handle baggage at airports and sort parcels in logistics networks around the world. At airports, our technology manages the complete bag journey-from check-in and security screening through to the reclaim belt. In parcel logistics, our systems power the networks that get packages to customers' doors.

At Vanderlande, you will find the space to aspire, to grow, and to achieve something that matters, with people who bring out the best in each othe