Electrical AutoCAD Design Engineer for Data Center Projects

Electrical AutoCAD Design Engineer – Data Center

Company Description

About Ramboll

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.

Ramboll in India

Ramboll has more than 1800+ experts working across five offices in India applying their passion to deliver innovative solutions in markets as diverse as Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health and Energy. Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people company. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative and empowering culture.

Job Description

Location:- Chennai (Preferred) | Mumbai | Bangalore | Hyderabad | Gurgaon | Noida

The Electrical AutoCAD Design Engineer will be responsible for detailed electrical layout planning, SLD
interpretation/development, cable routing design, and preparation of BOQs and specifications for
large-scale Data Centers (multi-megawatt facilities).
This role requires strong expertise in AutoCAD, electrical systems, and spatial coordination, ensuring
all designs are technically accurate, fully coordinated, and constructible.
You will bridge the gap between electrical engineering intent (SLDs) and real-world execution (layouts,
routing, installation feasibility)

Electrical Design & Layouts

• Develop detailed electrical layouts from Substation to Data Halls
• Design layouts for HT, MV, LV systems, including:
  • HT switchgear, transformers, RMUs
  • MV & LV panels, MDBs
  • UPS systems, battery rooms, PDUs, RPPs
• Space planning with maintenance clearances and access paths

Cable Routing & Pathway Design

• Design routing for HT / MV / LV power cables and control cables
• Plan cable trays, trenches, shafts, risers, underground routing
• Ensure A/B path redundancy, segregation, and constructability

Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)

• Interpret / develop electrical SLDs for data center power systems
• Align SLD intent with physical layouts and routing

BOQ & Technical Documentation

• Prepare BOQs and equipment schedules
• Develop technical specifications for:
  • Electrical equipment
  • HT/MV/LV cables
  • Bus ducts / busways
• Support tendering and procurement

Earthing & Lightning Protection

• Design campus‑level and building‑level earthing systems
• Plan earth grids, earth pits, clean/technical earth
• Ensure compliance with IS / IEEE standards

Coordination & Quality

• Coordinate with HVAC, Architecture, Structural, BIM teams
• Resolve clashes and space conflicts
• Deliver high‑quality AutoCAD drawings (construction‑ready)

Site & Execution Support

• Ensure installation feasibility and maintenance access
• Support site teams and shop drawing reviews
  

Qualifications

• Diploma or BE in Electrical Engineering
• 5 to 15 years (Data Center / Mission-Critical preferred – from Layouts + SLD + BOQ)

Preferred / Good to Have

• Prior Data Center / Mission‑Critical project experience
• Basic exposure to Revit / BIM coordination
• Familiarity with Uptime Institute, TIA‑942 standards

Mandatory Skills

• AutoCAD 2D – Expert level
• Strong knowledge of:
  • HT / MV / LV electrical systems
  • Substations & data center power distribution
• Proven ability to convert SLDs into practical layouts
• Experience with BOQs and technical specifications
• Knowledge of earthing & lightning protection systems

Additional Information

What we can offer you

• Investment in your development
• Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles
• Be valued for the unique person you are.
• Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects.
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realize their full potential.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do

We believe in the strength of diversity and know that unique experiences and perspectives are vital for creating truly sustainable societies. Therefore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can flourish and reach their potential. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage you to contact our recruitment team to discuss any accommodations you need during the application process.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.  

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

Experience Level

Senior Level