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This Position reports to:
Operations ManagerYour role and responsibilities:
In this role, you will have the opportunity to act as a design authority for an engineering discipline with low to medium complexity. Each day, you will complete assignments on small projects or portions of larger projects in a cost-effective manner. You will also showcase your expertise by applying basic design thinking/design for excellence concepts in projects.
The work model for the role is: #LI_Hybrid
This role is contributing to the Process Automation business for Operation Centers and Quality division based in Chennai, India.
You will be mainly accountable for:
Perform Basic and detail Engineering activities and provide optimized solutions for the Electrical
system in industrial projects.Prepare overall key SLD, Auxiliary AC/ DC SLD & protection SLD.
Design calculations including transformer sizing (Power, Distribution and Converter), Battery and UPS sizing, DG sizing, VFD Sizing, earthing calculation, cable sizing, cable tray sizing, lighting calculation, lightning calculation, capacitor bank sizing calculations and CT/PT sizing.
Knowledge of power system studies like load flow, short circuit, arc flash, harmonics analysis.
Prepare data sheet & specifications for all equipment used in industries like transformers, GCB, Bus duct, MV switchgear (Both AIS and GIS), LV Switchgear, Battery/ UPS system, VFD, DG set, cable tray, earthing & lightning, Communication Equipment’s.
Prepare Request for quotation (RFQ) and Bill of materials (BOM).
Detail Engineering – Equipment layout & section, earthing layout design, cable routing / cable tray layout, cable schedule & termination schedule preparation, bus duct layout, lighting layout, lightning layout, switchgear fixing arrangement drawing and cable drum schedule Develop Schematics for Control and Protection Panels, Synchronizing Panels, MV and LV
Switchgears based on project specific requirement.Develop of Block Logic Diagram for MV and LV Switchgear.
Qualifications for the role (Mandatory)
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
Minimum 3-8 years of relevant experience for Project Engineer
Should have worked in at least 2-4 large size projects as Project Engineer
Pre-Bid Engineering, Bid & Proposal exposure is an added advantage.
Proficiency in using design tools like earthing, lighting calculation tools etc.,
Working in a fast-paced environment with short submission deadlines.
Strong technical leadership skills, interpersonal skills, effective communication skills.
Experience in Electrical Engineering, Marin and Ports, Process industry Projects Preferred
Commissioning/Service experience of Electrical Equipment's is preferred.
More about us:
ABB a provides a comprehensive range of integrated automation, electrical and digital systems and services for customers in the process, hybrid and maritime industries. These offerings, coupled with deep domain knowledge in each end market, help to optimize productivity, energy efficiency, sustainability and safety of industrial processes and operations.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- 3–8 years of relevant experience for a Project Engineer role
- Experience working as a Project Engineer on 2–4 large-size projects
- Proficiency with electrical design tools, including earthing and lighting calculation tools
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with short submission deadlines
- Strong technical leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Experience in electrical engineering, marine and ports, or process industry projects
- Pre-bid engineering, bidding, and proposal experience
- Commissioning or service experience with electrical equipment
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