Technical Manager - Electrical
Quest Global
5 - 10 years
Chennai
Posted: 17/02/2026
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Job Description
Title: Technical Manager ( Electrical )
Location: Chennai
Required Skills and Experience
- 15+ years of experience in electrical and automation design for Special Purpose Machines.
- Proven experience leading and managing electrical and automation teams.
- Strong background in electrical architecture, control systems, safety systems, and component selection.
- Strong understanding of electrical standards and functional safety principles.
- Expertise in Electrical CAD tools (SEE Electrical, EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or equivalent).
- Hands-on experience with PLC platforms (Siemens, Allen-Bradley), HMIs, servo systems, and VFD.
- Good Knowledge in Pneumatic systems and their component selections
- Experience with Industry 4.0, smart automation, and machine connectivity is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a strategic mindset.
Electrical, Automation & Component Expertise :
- Own the selection and specification of electrical and automation components, including:
- Automation control panels
- PLCs, HMIs, servo drives, VFDs, motors
- Sensors, actuators, safety devices
- Pneumatic and hydraulic control interfaces
- Possess strong expertise in electrical materials, wiring, cables, insulation classes, enclosures, grounding, and EMC considerations.
- Stay current with emerging automation technologies, Industry 4.0 concepts, smart sensors, and digital diagnostics to improve machine performance and reliability.
Electrical Design Ownership
- Provide technical ownership of electrical and automation design for special-purpose machines.
- Define electrical architecture, safety concepts, and control philosophies aligned with machine functionality and customer requirements.
- Ensure all designs comply with applicable electrical and functional safety standards.
- Review and validate
- Electrical schematics and single-line diagrams
- Panel layouts and cable schedules
- Power and thermal calculations
- Safety PL / SIL concepts
- Ensure seamless integration between electrical systems, automation software, and machine operation.
Educational Qualification
- BE/B.Tech/M.Tech (Electrical and Electronics Engineering /Electrical and Instrumentation /Electronics and Communication)
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