Electrical Design Engineer – Airport Projects

About the role

Assystem is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to lead the design of power distribution, lighting, earthing and backup systems for airport facilities in Bengaluru. The role involves creating detailed electrical layouts, ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting construction, testing and commissioning activities.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare electrical system designs for airport infrastructure, including power distribution, lighting, earthing and emergency power.
• Develop single line diagrams, perform load calculations, size cables and produce equipment layouts.
• Design and coordinate HT/LT systems, substations, transformers, DG sets, UPS and emergency power supply.
• Design airfield lighting systems covering runways, taxiways and aprons.
• Ensure designs comply with ICAO, DGCA, NBC, IS codes and local electrical standards.
• Collaborate with architectural, civil, MEP and airport planning teams.
• Prepare BOQs, technical specifications and tender documents.
• Review vendor and shop drawings, technical submittals and provide on‑site technical support during construction, testing and commissioning.
• Conduct site inspections to verify quality, safety and design adherence.
• Implement energy‑efficient solutions such as LED lighting, smart controls and renewable integration.

Required profile

• B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical Engineering.
• 10–15 years of total experience with at least 5 years on airport projects.

Required skills

• Power distribution and lighting design.
• Earthing and backup power system design.
• Single line diagram creation and load calculation.
• Cable sizing and equipment layout.
• HT/LT system, substation and transformer design.
• DG set and UPS integration.
• Airfield lighting design (runway, taxiway, apron).
• Compliance with ICAO, DGCA, NBC and Indian electrical codes.
• Preparation of BOQs, technical specifications and tender documentation.
• Review of vendor/shop drawings and technical submittals.
• Testing, commissioning and site inspection.