Legrand

Makes electrical and digital systems for buildings

Manager – Research and Development Switchgear Design

Electrical EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeThane, Maharashtra, IndiaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering or Mechanical Engineering is required.
Eight to twelve years of experience in product design and development is required; experience in the electro-mechanical or switchgear industry is preferred.
Knowledge of technical documentation and electronic product testing is required.
Familiarity with BIS, IEC, and ISO standards is required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, is required.
Experience with design software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or CATIA is required.
Expertise in 2D/3D modelling and drafting is required.
Knowledge of electro-mechanical devices is required.
Expertise in product design and development is required.
Project management and coordination skills are required.
Data analysis and reporting ability is required.
Strong communication and presentation skills are required.
Interpersonal skills and teamwork are required.

Responsibilities

Design and develop low-voltage switchgear products, progressing them from concept to production.
Design concepts for plates, frames, switches, and sockets.
Create detailed accessory designs in 2D and 3D formats.
Develop new concepts and re-engineer existing and new products.
Validate and test product samples against defined specifications and standards.
Analyze test results and implement design modifications to meet functional requirements.
Identify and implement design and process improvements to enhance productivity and efficiency.
Improve existing product performance and manufacturability.
Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Manufacturing Engineering teams on product qualification.
Support the Manufacturing Engineering team in developing and qualifying tools and fixtures.
Ensure timely development and availability of product samples from vendors.
Coordinate material availability to support new product launches and production schedules.
Train team members on product design, development processes, and 2D/3D design tools.
Prepare and maintain technical documentation and reports.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in the electro-mechanical or switchgear industry is preferred.

Design & Development Engineer – Low Voltage Switchgear

Role Overview

The role focuses on designing and developing low voltage switchgear products, ensuring seamless transition from concept to production. The candidate will be responsible for product design, validation, testing, and continuous improvement, while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Educational Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering

Experience

8 to 12 years of experience in product design and development, preferably in electro-mechanical or switchgear industry.

Required Knowledge

Knowledge of technical documentation and electronic product testing.
Familiarity with standards such as BIS, IEC, and ISO.
Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Experience with design software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, etc.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong expertise in 2D/3D modelling and drafting
Knowledge of electro-mechanical devices
Product design and development expertise
Project management and coordination skills
Data analysis and reporting ability
Strong communication and presentation skills
Innovative and creative problem-solving approach
Good interpersonal skills and teamwork

Key Deliverables

Timely development of new products from concept to production
Compliance with quality and industry standards
Continuous improvement in product design and manufacturing efficiency
Effective coordination with internal teams and external vendors

Product Design & Development

Design and develop concepts for plates, frames, switches, and sockets.
Create detailed designs of accessories in both 2D and 3D formats.
Develop innovative concepts and perform re-engineering of existing and new products.

Testing & Validation

Validate and test product samples as per defined specifications and standards.
Analyze test results and implement design modifications to meet functional requirements.

Process Improvement

Identify and implement design and process improvements to enhance productivity and efficiency.
Continuously work on improving existing product performance and manufacturability.

Cross-functional Collaboration

Collaborate with Quality Assurance (QA) and Manufacturing Engineering (ME) teams for product qualification.
Support the ME team in developing and qualifying tools and fixtures.

Vendor & Production Support

Ensure timely development and availability of product samples from vendors.
Coordinate for material availability to support new product launches and production schedules.

Training & Documentation

Train team members on product design, development processes, and 2D/3D design tools.

Prepare and maintain technical documentation and reports.

About the Company

Legrand

Makes electrical and digital systems for buildings

Legrand makes electrical and digital infrastructure for homes, workplaces, public buildings and data centers. Its equipment distributes power, connects data networks and controls lighting, energy use and building access; connected controls and monitoring extend these systems. The group sells physical products and related services to contractors and end users through professional distributors and installers. Its catalog supports both construction and renovation, from wiring devices and sockets to cable management, access systems and connected controls. Legrand traces its industrial origins to a porcelain workshop in Limoges in 1865; the company was founded in 1904 and remains headquartered in Limoges, France.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Limoges, France
Founded: 1904

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