CAD HV/EHV Substation Designer at withRemote · Bengaluru (Bangalore) · 3 - 6 years · ₹12L - ₹15L / yr · Bootstrapped · Posted 8 Feb 2025

Job Title: CAD Technician (Electrical)
Experience: 3-6 years
Salary: 12-15 LPA
Location: Bangalore (BTM 1st Stage)
Working Days: Monday to Friday
No. of Positions: 2
Role Summary
The CAD Technician will support engineering and design teams by producing high-quality technical drawings for various projects within the HV/EHV electricity grid. This role involves creating, reviewing, and revising detailed designs using CAD software to ensure accuracy, compliance with industry standards, and alignment with project specifications.
Responsibilities include preparing detailed schematics, panel views, layout drawings, maintaining and updating drawing records, and collaborating with engineers to ensure designs meet technical and functional requirements. The role requires excellent attention to detail, effective communication with internal teams and external stakeholders, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Desired Experience:
- Hands-on experience with specific focus in HV/EHV substations and powerplants.
- Knowledge of design tools like AutoCAD for SLD’s, electrical schematics, cable schedules, wiring diagrams, layouts, earthing system etc..
- Has experience of control and protection equipment such as protection relays, BCU(Bay Control Unit), trip relays, AVR etc.
- Familiarity with relevant drawing standards such as IEC61082-1 and IEC60617.
- Knowledge of IEC61850 protocol for substation control & protection system.
- Familiarity with factory and site acceptance tests from design to approval phase.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce accurate technical drawings and cable lists for HV/EHV substations, power plants,and other related projects..
- Develop and modify detailed engineering drawings, including layout plans, equipment layouts,cable routing, earthing designs.
- Support engineers by preparing detailed schematics, wiring diagrams, single-line diagrams,cable lists and panel views in compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure that all designs meet technical specifications and project requirements.
- Conduct site visits and surveys to collect data and verify existing drawings, ensuring accurate representation of field conditions.
- Organize and maintain drawing records in document management systems, ensuring easy access and proper version control.
- Prepare bill of quantities (BOQ) based on engineering drawings.
- Coordinate with external vendors and manufacturers to ensure compatibility of design components with project specifications.
- Provide technical assistance to project and site teams during installation, testing, and commissioning phases.
- Stay updated on advancements in CAD tools, drafting techniques, and engineering design standards.
- Promote teamwork and collaboration, contributing to the overall success of the project by delivering high-quality design outputs on time.
- Promote and enforces safe working environment by enforcing and supporting adequate HSE measures in all activities undertaken by himself & the team, follows ethics and compliances as per company guidelines.
Client Introduction:
We are a global knowledge enterprise driving energy and water industry transformation through innovative solutions. With a strong focus on sustainability, digitalization, and smart infrastructure, we collaborate with utilities, governments, and large enterprises to optimize performance and build a future-ready power network.
Employees: 1000+
Countries: 10

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- B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech. in Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation, or any other relevant field.
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