Design Head

Job Title: Design Head – Electrical Switchboards
Location: Udyog Vihar, Gurgaon
Experience Required: 10 to 15 Years

Salary – 15Lpa to 24Lpa
Qualification: B. Tech (Electrical) or Diploma in Electrical Engineering
Industry: Electrical Panels / Switchboard Manufacturing – LV & MV

Job Summary:

Milestones Switchgears Pvt. Ltd. is seeking an experienced and innovative Design Head to lead the Electrical Design department. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in designing LT & HT electrical panels, lead a team of 15+ engineers, and ensure delivery of accurate, cost-effective, and compliant electrical design solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading & Managing Design Team.
• Job file Study & Distribution to design Engineers for Preparation of Drawings ,BOM.

• Coordination with clients & Consultants.
• Drawing checking & Submissions for client approvals.
• Oversee design quality, standardization, drawing review & explain to design

Engineers and ensure Compliance.

• Interface with clients/consultants for Technical Clarifications & Drawing

approvals.

• Review Input design documents, including SLDs, GA drawings, List of makes,

wiring schematics, and BOQs.

• Check approved drawings wrt remarks, extract BOM from Etap and Sync with SAP, thereafter release for production & procurement
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and design

guidelines for the department.

• Technical support to design Team/Marketing Team/Costing Team/Purchase
• Co-ordination with other departments for timely execution
• Job Reporting to VP Operations.
• Preparation of Addition/Deletion for cost evaluation.

• MIS for Every month for Validation.

Requirements:

• In-depth understanding of power & control circuits, switchgear, and control logic.
• Plan, allocate, and supervise design work across a team of ~15 engineers and drafters.
• Review and approve GA drawings, SLDs, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.
• Strong knowledge of IEC 61439, IS 8623, UL 508A, and related standards.
• Ensure design compliance with industry standards like IEC, IS, and client specifications.
• Oversee the use and standardization of design software: AutoCAD and E-TAP.
• Work closely with production, quality, sales, and procurement teams to ensure timely project execution.
• Guide the team on value engineering, cost optimization, and product improvements.
• Prepare technical documentation and support customer technical reviews as needed.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and ensure process standardization across projects.

Technical Requirements:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and E-TAP for electrical design and simulation.
• Strong understanding of LT/HT electrical systems, VCBs, MCC/PCC/AMF/Capacitor Panels, Bus Ducts, and Control Panels.
• Familiarity with CPRI/ERDA standards and type-testing requirements.
• Knowledge of protection schemes, earthing calculations, and relay coordination.

Leadership & Management Skills:

• Proven experience in managing large technical design teams (minimum 15 members).
• Strong project management, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple design projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Focused on quality assurance and continuous process improvement.