About this role
Job Description
Electrical & PLC Panel Designer (EPLAN & AutoCAD)
Location: Pune
Experience: 3–8 Years (Flexible based on suitability)
Qualification: Diploma / BE / B.Tech in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering
Reporting To: Project Manager / Engineering Head
Role Summary
We are looking for an experienced Electrical & PLC Panel Designer with strong hands-on expertise in EPLAN Electric P8 and AutoCAD. The role involves designing, developing, and supporting electrical and automation control panels in compliance with international standards and project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop electrical control panel drawings using EPLAN Electric P8 and AutoCAD.
Prepare schematics for PLC Panels, MCC, PCC, VFD, and Automation Panels.
Create and maintain:
General Arrangement (GA) drawings
Single Line Diagrams (SLD)
Wiring diagrams
Loop diagrams
Terminal layouts
Prepare Bill of Materials (BOM) and perform panel component selection as per project and industry standards.
Ensure designs comply with IEC, IS, UL, and customer-specific standards.
Coordinate closely with PLC programmers, project engineers, and panel manufacturing teams.
Provide support during panel fabrication, wiring, and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
Implement client comments, design changes, and revisions in a timely manner.
Maintain proper documentation and revision control.
Provide technical support during installation and commissioning, when required.
Required Skills & Competencies
Strong proficiency in EPLAN Electric P8 and AutoCAD.
Good working knowledge of PLC systems (Siemens / Allen-Bradley / Schneider preferred).
Hands-on experience with:
Control panels
PLC I/O wiring
VFDs and soft starters
Electrical safety devices
Solid understanding of industrial automation systems and control philosophy.
Ability to read and interpret P&ID, control philosophy documents, and customer specifications.
Familiarity with electrical standards and safety norms.
Good communication, coordination, and teamwork skills.
Preferred Skills (Added Advantage)
Experience with PCS7 / TIA Portal projects.
Knowledge of EPLAN Pro Panel and 3D panel layout.
Exposure to process industries such as Pharma, Chemical, FMCG, or Power.
Other facts
About Sperton Global AS
SPERTON is a full-range provider of Global Recruitment, People Management, Global Mobility and Business support services within focused industry sectors. Our head office is located in Norway. We have over 20 years’ of experience supporting clients within the Human Resources area. We can support you globally through our own companies and partners in more than 140 countries.
Sperton had been specializing in the supply of the very best freelance and permanent white-collar professionals working with projects. We provide consultant and recruitment services to companies of all types and sizes, including consultancies, contractors, sub-contractors, developers and end clients operating across a wide range of projects and environments.
Now our services also include People Management, Global Mobility and Business Support Services.
Legal entity set-up, payroll services, HR administration, compliance, and insurance provision, cultural awareness training, and mobility support – everything needed to work compliantly with local legislation and regulations in different countries.
With over 20 years of global experience within project execution, we understand your challenges and know how to support you from the start to the end of the project.
What you'll do
- The role involves designing and developing electrical control panel drawings and preparing schematics for various types of panels. The designer will also coordinate with PLC programmers and provide support during panel fabrication and testing.
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