Autocad Designer

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Location: Hyderabad
Job Description – Lead CAD Design Engineer
Position: Lead CAD Design Engineer
Experience: 8+ Years
Ctc Range- upto 15 lpa (depends on interview)
Department: Projects & FSE
Reporting To: Project Manager / Head PMO
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
Lead the CAD design team in preparing and reviewing engineering drawings using AutoCAD and related design tools.
Develop and review Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), General Arrangement (GA) Drawings, Control Schematics, Wiring Diagrams, Panel Layouts, Cable Schedules, Termination Drawings, Interconnection Drawings, and Bill of Materials (BOMs).
Ensure all engineering drawings comply with project specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements.
Review technical deliverables before submission to ensure accuracy and quality.
Project Execution
Plan and allocate design activities across multiple projects while ensuring adherence to project schedules.
Coordinate with Project Managers, Project Engineers, Procurement, Manufacturing, Commissioning, and Site Engineers to ensure seamless project execution.
Monitor drawing progress, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions to meet project timelines.
Support project execution through technical documentation, material take-offs, procurement support, and commissioning assistance.
Team Leadership & People Management
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of CAD Engineers.
Allocate work based on project priorities and team capabilities.
Conduct regular design reviews and provide technical guidance to team members.
Train and upskill junior engineers on AutoCAD standards, drawing practices, and engineering documentation.
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance team environment.
Quality & Documentation
Ensure effective drawing revision control and maintain engineering documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
Review and approve final "As-Built" drawings before project handover.
Drive continuous improvement in CAD standards, templates, and design processes.
Ensure compliance with internal quality procedures and customer documentation requirements.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Engineering, Projects, Sales, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to resolve technical issues.
Participate in customer meetings whenever required to provide technical inputs related to design and documentation.
Support engineering change management and ensure timely implementation of revisions.
Required Skills
AutoCAD (Mandatory)
AutoCAD Electrical (Mandatory)
EPLAN (Preferred)
Microsoft Visio
MS Office Suite
Strong knowledge of SCADA, PLC, RTU, Substation Automation, and Condition-Based Monitoring Systems.
Thorough understanding of Electrical Panels, Protection Systems, and Substation Engineering.
Strong knowledge of engineering documentation, BOM preparation, and revision control.
Excellent planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Leadership Competencies
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of CAD Engineers.
Strong project planning and work allocation skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
Excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality.
Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments.
Ownership mindset with the ability to drive projects independently.
Capability to build and maintain a high-performing engineering team.
Educational Qualification
B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Diploma in Electrical Engineering with exceptional relevant experience may also be considered.

Work arrangement
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