Manager - Design & Development, Coimbatore

Description - External

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation (A unit of Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.) is a pioneering electrical and automation brand with a rich legacy of over 70 years in India. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of low-voltage switchgear, medium-voltage switchgear, automation solutions, software, and services catering to diverse segments, including homes, agriculture, buildings, infrastructure, and industry.

Key Responsibilities / Deliverables:

Prepare the Mechanical Bill of Material for the Low voltage switchboard as per the customer/Electrical requirements & R&D guideline.Autonomy to propose and develop complex technical solutionsDesign custom assemblies based on custom requirements, in case non-existence of standard assemblies.Completing all the orders and projects with expected QUALITY.Partner with sales during the bidding phase to support technical discussions and FAT (Factory Acceptance Tests) with customersDrawing revision, Control of drawings & manages the change ManagementInvolving & driving the various process improvement activitiesDriving the Value Engineering & Cost optimisation projects to improve the marginProvide technical mentorship for the team to ensure high-quality engineering deliverablesUndertake transformation projects to ensure future ready.Uploading and maintaining the BOMs in SAPTake up stretched assignments as and when needed.

Skills:

Knowledge of IEC 61439 standard & Low voltage Panel Design & manufacturing.2D CAD in Autocad & 3D modelling in Creo – sheet metal, Assembly, DrawingsSheet metal processing & manufacturing.SAP – ERP management (Material Management module)Excellent in verbal and written communicationProject ManagementExcellent Analytical & Problem-Solving skillsShould be able to interact with Electrical Engineers, Customers, Project Managers, and Trainers to seek design solutionsLeads and performs basic & detailed technical operational activitiesAbility to manage planning and scheduling of technicians & engineers according to skillsKnowledge and understanding of key market segments and customer application needed and ability to convert them into functional and technical specifications.Able to handle multiple flagship projects individually with expected quality and timeline.Hands on knowledge in basic electrical core principles related to power system engineering

Qualifications - External

B.E/ B.Tech (Mehcanical)

Experience: 6-10 years

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