Specialist - Electrical

Jacobs; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Electrical SME to lead electrical design across pharmaceutical and related sectors. The role requires deep expertise in 220 kV GIS/AIS systems, power system studies, and LV/MV distribution sizing.

You will mentor teams, review technical submittals, and coordinate with clients and vendors. Candidates should hold BE/BTech in Electrical Engineering with extensive field experience in industrial projects and a strong grasp of ETAP, Dia-Lux, and AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• BE / BTech in Electrical Engineering from a reputed institute.
• 18+ years of relevant industry experience, preferably in pharma/healthcare/FMCG.
• Expert knowledge of Extra High Voltage systems, single line diagrams, space planning and cost estimation.

Responsibilities

• Guide project teams on electrical design issues and ensure alignment with requirements.
• Review submittals from vendors and collaborate with clients.
• Prepare and write design reports with recommendations based on analyses.
• Mentor and train resources on electrical systems and standards.
• Engage in FAT/SAT activities for electrical equipment and participate in client meetings.
• Ensure compliance with national and international codes and standards.

Skills

Power system studies

ETAP

Dia-Lux

AutoCAD

HV system design

Electrical protections

Arc flash

Code compliance

Leadership/mentoring

Education

BE / BTech (Electrical)

Tools

ETAP

Dia-Lux

AutoCAD

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Electrical SME shall be able to guide the overall team on Electrical design issues as per requirement. He shall be having strong knowledge of the following Electrical systems.

• Extra High Voltage System – Min. working/design experience on 220 KV GIS/AIS systems.
• Good Hands-on experience on Power System Studies
• MV/LV Distribution along with Sizing of Equipment’s & their selection.
• Hands on Experience in Engineering Calculations like Transformer/ DG Sizing, Earthing, Lightning Protection, Cables Sizing, UPS, DC Battery Charger sizing etc
• Hazardous Area Classification requirements for Electrical equipment’s
• Vendor Evaluation/ Review of the Technical submittals.
• Client/Vendor Meetings
• Mentor/Training of the resources on Electrical Systems
• Well acquainted with National & International Codes & Standards for Electrical systems
• Working experience in Industrial/Pharmaceutical Projects

Here's what you'll need

Minimum qualification – BE / B-Tech

Experience – 18 years.

Type of Industries – Pharmaceutical / Healthcare / FMCG / Chemical/Data Center

Knowledge and work proficiency of following software is desirable from a candidate –

• ETAP or equivalent for electrical power system studies.
• Dia-Lux or equivalent for lightning calculation.
• AutoCAD
• Good computer literacy.
• Degree Electrical Engineering from a reputed institute.
• Should posses expert knowledge of Extra High Voltage system w.r.t Technical Specifications, Single Line Diagrams, Space planning, cost estimation, Electrical Protections, layout planning, Vendor Document reviews etc
• Should posses expert knowledge of Power system Studies i.e. Load Flow, Short Circuit, Dynamic Motor Starting, Relay Coordination & Arc Flash Modules using ETAP/SKM etc . He shall be capable of interpreting the reports and writing the design reports for the Projects with recommendations.
• He shall be able to do Electrical equipment sizing such as Transformer, DG Set, UPS, DC Battery Charger etc
• Electrical protection requirements for Medium & High Voltage system.
• Ability and the initiative learn new types of facilities as required by clients’ requirements.
• Should have hands on working experience of FAT & SAT for all Electrical equipment’s

AtJacobs we value people. Having the right balance of belonging, career and lifestyle enables us to consistently deliver and exceed clients’ expectations.

Working alongside industry leaders, you will have the opportunity to develop your career working on key projects in an environment which encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing and innovation. To support your professional growth, Jacobs flexible working arrangements, extended leave options and a host of social, health and wellbeing events and initiatives will underpin our commitment to you.

At Jacobs it’s all about what you do, not where you are, which counts!

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.