Estimation & Design Engineer Switchgear
The client is looking for an experienced Estimation & Design Engineer to manage the estimation costing and technical design of LV switch gear and electrical panels. The ideal candidate should have strong practical experience in LV panel design electrical schematics BOQ BOM preparation tender estimation and switch gear component selection.
Key ProductPanel Experience
The candidate should have experience with some or most of the following MDB Main Distribution Boards SMDB FDB MCC Motor Control Centres ATS Panels APFC Capacitor Bank Panels VFD & Soft Starter Panels PLC Control Panels Synchronizing Panels
Key ResponsibilitiesReview customer enquiries tender documents specifications and electrical drawings
Prepare technical and commercial estimations for LV switch gear and electrical panels
Prepare accurate BOQs BOMs and material take-offs
Select appropriate switch gear components based on project specifications and requirements
Prepare panel single-line diagrams SLDs and electrical schematics
Develop panel layouts and assist with detailed engineering design
Calculate and prepare costing for ACBs MCCBs MCBs busbars enclosures meters CTs protection devices and other panel components
Obtain and evaluate supplier component pricing in coordination with the procurement team
Prepare competitive quotations while maintaining required project margins
Review consultant and client specifications and ensure compliance with applicable standards
Coordinate with sales procurement production and project teams to ensure smooth execution
Review technical submittments and respond to customer consultant technical queries
Assist the sales team during technical discussions and clarification meetings
Identify cost-effective alternatives without compromising technical compliance
Maintain estimation records costing databases and standard pricing information
Requirements- 5 7 years of UAE experience in LV switch gear estimation and design.
- Strong experience in switch gear/panel manufacturing or electrical contracting.
- Hands-on experience with MDB, SMDB, FDB, MCC, ATS and APFC panels.
- Strong knowledge of ACB, MCCB, MCB, RCCB, contractors, overload relays, busbars, CTs, meters and protection devices.
- Experience preparing BOQ, BOM, costing and technical/commercial quotations.
- Ability to read and understand electrical SLDs, schematics and technical specifications.
- Experience with AutoCAD and preferably electrical design/engineering software.
- Good understanding of IEC standards and LV switch gear requirements.
- Strong MS Excel skills, particularly for estimation and costing.
- Electrical Engineering / Electrical Diploma qualification is preferred.
- UAE experience in switch gear manufacturing is essential.
Ideal Candidate We are specifically looking for an engineer who has hands-on experience in estimating and designing LV switch gear panels , rather than a general electrical design or estimation profile. Candidates currently working with switch gear manufacturers, panel builders, electrical contractors or electrical engineering companies will be strongly preferred. The ideal candidate should be able to independently handle:
Tender/Enquiry Technical ReviewBOQ/BOMComponent Selection Costing Panel Design Quotation Technical Clarifications
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