Senior Site Engineer

Thea Light Works; Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Thea Light Works in Mumbai is seeking a Senior Site Engineer to lead on-site execution of architectural lighting projects with a strong technical focus.

You will oversee installation, coordinate with design, build and vendor teams, read electrical drawings, and ensure safety compliance across sites. Requires 5+ years in lighting projects and fluent English/Hindi, with willingness to travel and work extended hours.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical and architectural lighting project execution.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• On-site technical support and coordination with design, build, and vendors.
• Ensure safety codes and regulations compliance.
• Willingness to travel daily and possibly overnight.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support to design and build teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supervise installation of European architectural lighting products.
• Coordinate with electrical systems, power distribution, networks, and lighting layouts.
• Read and execute work from electrical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Inspect and test electrical and lighting systems to ensure safety and compliance.
• Manage and oversee work at assigned project sites, coordinating with contractors.
• Travel daily to project sites; outstation and overnight travel may be required.
• Work with internal teams to resolve site challenges and ensure project completion.
• Be flexible to extended hours or night shifts when required by project schedules.

Skills

Strong on-site leadership

Communication skills

English proficiency

Independent work

Education

Electrical/Electronics degree or diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Soldering equipment

Fault-testing equipment

Job description

Senior Site Engineer (Lighting Projects) | Location: Mumbai (Hybrid)

About the Company

Thea Light Works is a design-led architectural lighting company working with premium European lighting brands. We deliver end-to-end lighting solutions across residential, commercial, hospitality, and public spaces, with a strong focus on design integrity, technical excellence, and on-site execution.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Senior Site Engineer to lead on-site execution of architectural lighting projects. This role requires strong technical knowledge, hands-on site management, and the ability to coordinate closely with design, build, and vendor teams to ensure flawless installation and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support to the design and build teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supervise and manage the installation of European architectural lighting products.
• Understand and work with electrical systems, power distribution, communication networks, and lighting layouts.
• Read, interpret, and execute work based on electrical and electronic drawings, blueprints, schematics, and legends.
• Inspect and test electrical and lighting systems to identify hazards and ensure compliance with safety codes, regulations, and automation protocols.
• Manage and oversee work at assigned project sites, ensuring quality, timelines, and coordination with contractors.
• Travel daily to project sites; outstation and overnight travel may be required based on project needs.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to resolve site challenges and ensure smooth project completion.
• Maintain flexibility to work extended hours or night shifts when required by project schedules.

Skills & Experience Required

• Degree or diploma in Electrical, Electronics, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in site execution or project management related to electrical and architectural lighting projects.
• Hands‑on experience with hand tools, power tools, soldering, and fault‑testing equipment.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and coordination with cross-functional teams.
• Working knowledge of electrical safety codes and regulations.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Clear communication skills and strong on-site problem-solving ability.

Additional Requirements

• Qualification: B.E. in Electrical & Electronics Engineering or ITI with project management experience
• Languages: Fluent in English and Hindi (Marathi is a plus)