CrawlJobs Logo

OHL Engineer

India, Chennai 1200000.00 - 1800000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted March 26, 2026
Apply Position
Job Link Share

Job Responsibility

  • Complete Overhead line design studies to support construction and consultancy projects
  • Set up and develop Transmission line models
  • Produce Electrical Line performance assessments and all electrical safety studies
  • Produce or utilise OHL support models within the transmission design models
  • Evaluate, select, and quantify transmission line components on projects
  • Support safety by design assessments throughout the design process
  • Integrate and support the development of innovation within project solutions
  • Create design deliverables to confirm the outputs of the engineering studies to internal and external stakeholders
  • Ensure, as far as practicable, that all assigned work is carried out in compliance with the agreed budget and programme
  • Keep up to date with all technical quality management procedures, developments and specifications related to the discipline work scope

Requirements

  • Basic understanding of Overhead Transmission line design
  • Ability to utilise PLS CADD/ Tower to develop design outputs
  • Awareness of key Health and Safety impacts on OHL construction contracts
  • Fluent spoken and written English language
  • Ability to work as part of a dispersed and remote team and be able to communicate through collaboration software such as Microsoft teams
  • Post High school qualifications in engineering, or applicable related, discipline
  • Ability to work maturely in a diverse team

Nice to have

  • Ability of use CAD design software
  • Ability to create PLS CADD Models from topographical survey data
  • Experience in working under CDM regulations as a designer

Looking for more opportunities?

Search for other job offers that match your skills and interests.

Similar Jobs for

OHL Engineer

8 matching positions

OHL Engineer

The Overhead Line (OHL) Engineer will be responsible for the design review, supe...
Location
Location
Qatar , Doha
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
airswift.com Logo
Airswift Sweden
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in high-voltage OHL projects, including design and site supervision
  • Strong knowledge of: IEC and CIGRE standards related to overhead transmission lines
  • Tower erection techniques, stringing operations, and line testing protocols
  • Excellent coordination, documentation, and communication skills
  • Familiarity with terrain analysis, route surveys, and environmental considerations in OHL projects is an advantage
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Review and validate engineering designs for OHL systems (132–400 kV), including tower configurations, conductor selection, and route alignment
  • Supervise site execution activities such as tower erection, conductor stringing, and sag/tension calculations
  • Witness and support line testing and commissioning procedures to ensure system readiness and compliance
  • Coordinate with substation, cable, and civil teams to ensure proper interface alignment and execution
  • Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to project specifications, safety standards, and quality requirements
  • Review technical documentation, method statements, and construction drawings for accuracy and constructability
Read More
Arrow Right

Senior Engineer - Civil & Structural, OHL Engineer

Location
Location
India , Chennai
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
jobs.360resourcing.co.uk Logo
360 Resourcing Solutions
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Basic understanding of Overhead Transmission line design
  • Ability to utilise PLS CADD/ Tower to develop design outputs
  • Awareness of key Health and Safety impacts on OHL construction contracts
  • Fluent spoken and written English language
  • Ability to work as part of a dispersed and remote team and be able to communicate through collaboration software such as Microsoft teams
  • Post High school qualifications in engineering, or applicable related, discipline
  • Ability to work maturely in a diverse team
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Complete Overhead line design studies to support construction and consultancy projects
  • Set up and develop Transmission line models
  • Produce Electrical Line performance assessments and all electrical safety studies
  • Produce or utilise OHL support models within the transmission design models
  • Evaluate, select, and quantify transmission line components on projects
  • Support safety by design assessments throughout the design process
  • Integrate and support the development of innovation within project solutions
  • Create design deliverables to confirm the outputs of the engineering studies to internal and external stakeholders
  • Ensure, as far as practicable, that all assigned work is carried out in compliance with the agreed budget and programme
  • Keep up to date with all technical quality management procedures, developments and specifications related to the discipline work scope
Read More
Arrow Right

Project Engineer (OHL)

We are seeking a motivated and ambitious OHL Transmission Project Engineer to jo...
Location
Location
United Kingdom
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
morgansindall.com Logo
Morgan Sindall Plc
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an OHL Site or Project Engineer role
  • Proven experience in delivering OHL project elements
  • Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors effectively
  • Strong technical understanding of OHL transmission methodologies
  • Experience in setting-to-work processes
  • Good knowledge of relevant safety legislation and its application within OHL transmission
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Plan, monitor, and lead OHL wiring works across MSI OHL projects
  • Develop crossing schedules and wiring methodologies to support safe and efficient delivery
  • Manage design interfaces and contribute to technical coordination with internal and external teams
  • Conduct RAMS reviews to ensure robust safety and operational controls
  • Oversee subcontractor performance, ensuring delivery to programme, quality, and safety standards
  • Engage effectively with stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships and clear communication
  • Chair and participate in project meetings, providing updates, insights, and decision-making support
  • Plan and manage OHL resources to meet project requirements and deadlines
  • Conduct setting-to-work activities, ensuring all teams understand scope, risks, and controls
  • Ensure full adherence to relevant health and safety legislation and organisational requirements
What we offer
What we offer
  • Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
  • Flexible and adaptable working
  • Family friendly policies and work/life approach
  • Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Recognition scheme and long service awards
  • Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
  • Option to participate in share-save scheme
  • Discounts including cycle to work and gym membership
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

OHL Electrical Engineer

Experienced OHL electrical engineer to join our team for supervision works in hi...
Location
Location
Saudi Arabia
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
lobelia.earth Logo
Lobellia
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in OHL supervision and inspection
  • Mandatory knowledge of transmission substation systems up to 400kV
  • Familiarity with installation and testing procedures and standards
  • Strong understanding of electrical safety standards and protocols
  • Effective communication and reporting skills
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Design and engineer overhead line systems (routing, conductors, clearances)
  • Perform technical calculations (sag-tension, line performance, safety standards)
  • Conduct site surveys and inspections
  • Coordinate with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders
  • Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety, and quality standards
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation and reports
  • Support construction and commissioning activities with technical guidance
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Head of Bid Management

We are looking for a motivated and ambitious Head of Bid Management to join our ...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Coventry
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
morgansindall.com Logo
Morgan Sindall Plc
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Extensive experience in pre-contract, bidding, or work-winning roles within the built environment
  • Strong background in the Energy sector (e.g. OHL, cabling, substations desirable)
  • Experience working within a Tier 1 contractor environment
  • Proven ability to lead, motivate and manage teams across multiple locations and bids
  • Strong stakeholder management experience, including strategic client relationships
  • Commercially astute with the ability to shape winning bid strategies
  • Solid understanding of risk management, governance and bid approval processes
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure
  • Degree or professional background in Engineering (Civil, Electrical or Mechanical preferred)
  • Professional membership (e.g. ICE, IMechE) desirable
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Provide leadership and coordination across all pre-contract activities, including bidding, ECI and early delivery phases
  • Lead the Bid Management function across key Energy sector accounts, ensuring consistency and best practice
  • Oversee the development and submission of high-quality, winning bids aligned to business strategy and win themes
  • Manage and support a central work-winning team, driving performance across multiple concurrent bids
  • Build strong relationships with strategic clients (e.g. National Grid), senior stakeholders, and internal teams
  • Develop innovative bid strategies and clearly define commercial positions on key opportunities
  • Create and manage bid programmes, resource plans, and budgets
  • Maintain oversight of the opportunity pipeline to inform senior management decision making
  • Coordinate risk and opportunity capture across all bids
  • Lead governance and internal approval processes, ensuring compliance with company procedures
What we offer
What we offer
  • Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
  • Flexible and adaptable working
  • Family friendly policies and work/life approach
  • Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Recognition scheme and long service awards
  • Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
  • Option to participate in our share-save scheme
  • Discounts including cycle to work and gym membership
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Foreman (OHL)

Foreman (OHL) Swynnerton, England Talented people are the key to our success. ...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Swynnerton
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
morgansindall.com Logo
Morgan Sindall Plc
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Previous experience with overhead lines is essential (either as a Foreman or Chargehand)
  • Ability to work in a team environment contributing across a project, site or area
  • Good supervision skills, with the ability to motivate self and small teams to perform specific tasks
  • Good planning and time management skills
  • Ability to contribute to meeting standards and specifications
  • Ability to work well either alone or as part of a team
  • Specialist knowledge in chosen field
  • Good writing, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Previous experience on National Grid or Scottish Power works
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Supervise and coordinate site personnel and subcontractors
  • Reporting of all relevant site activities and managing the quality of work performed
  • Coordinate the day to day operations of the site
  • Ensure adherence to relevant policies and procedures
  • Control and monitor all activities on site
  • Support the achievement of perfect delivery
  • In conjunction with the project manager, project engineer and construction manager plan and review overall status of project(s) on an ongoing basis
  • Ensure all site resource (labour, machinery, materials, sub-contractors etc) are effectively utilised and monitored in order to achieve timely completion of projects
  • Deliver tool box talks and daily task briefings
  • Upon completion of task, ensure all appropriate hired in plant and equipment is promptly off hired
What we offer
What we offer
  • Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
  • Flexible and adaptable working
  • Family friendly policies and work/life approach
  • Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Recognition scheme and long service awards
  • Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
  • Share-save scheme
  • Discounts including cycle to work and gym membership
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Construction Manager (OHL)

OHL Construction Manager National Talented people are the key to our success. ...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , National
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
morgansindall.com Logo
Morgan Sindall Plc
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience delivering Overhead Line construction projects
  • Proven track record leading OHL site teams and subcontractors
  • Experience working on National Grid or major UK transmission networks
  • Strong knowledge of OHL construction methods, sequencing and outage planning
  • Good knowledge, understanding and practical experience implementing National Grid Supplier Requirements and Technical Specifications
  • SMSTS
  • Relevant OHL Persons / National Grid competencies
  • CSCS (Management level)
  • Good programme, planning and organisational skills
  • Strong safety leadership and communication skills
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Lead a strong safety-first culture and ensure full compliance with HSEQ, CDM and client requirements
  • Plan, coordinate and manage all OHL site activities including towers/poles, foundations, stringing and outage works
  • Ensure works are delivered in accordance with National Grid Supplier Requirements, Technical Specifications and site standards
  • Manage supervisors, direct labour and subcontract partners to achieve safe, productive delivery
  • Develop and manage short-term programmes, lookaheads and daily work plans
  • Ensure works are delivered Right First Time, meeting quality and client standards
  • Monitor progress, manage risks and resolve site constraints
  • Interface effectively with National Grid representatives, stakeholders and project teams
  • Support commercial performance, resource planning and cost control
  • Coach and develop engineers and supervisors to build team capability
What we offer
What we offer
  • Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
  • Flexible and adaptable working
  • Family friendly policies and work/life approach
  • Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Recognition scheme and long service awards
  • Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
  • share-save scheme
  • discounts including cycle to work and gym membership
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Head of Mechanical Engineering

The Head of Mechanical Engineering is a strategic leadership role responsible fo...
Location
Location
India , Vadodara
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
jobs.360resourcing.co.uk Logo
360 Resourcing Solutions
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
  • Minimum 15+ years of progressive experience in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Design, or Project Delivery within Power, T&D, Infrastructure, EPC, or Engineering Consultancy sectors
  • Minimum 7+ years of leadership experience managing large engineering teams and leading engineering functions at a senior level
  • Strong experience across Mechanical Engineering, Power Projects, Transmission & Distribution (T&D), and Overhead Line (OHL) systems
  • Proven track record in leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and managing high-value engineering projects
  • Strong understanding of engineering governance, technical quality assurance, project delivery, and construction support
  • Working knowledge of CAD platforms such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, and engineering design tools including exposure to PLS CADD / Tower
  • Strong understanding of HSE requirements, CDM regulations, and safety-by-design principles
  • Excellent strategic planning, stakeholder management, and decision-making capabilities
  • Strong commercial awareness with experience supporting business development and client management
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Provide strategic leadership and overall direction for the Mechanical Engineering function across the organization
  • Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams across Mechanical Design, OHL, Transmission & Distribution (T&D), Power, and CAD delivery functions
  • Define and implement engineering strategies, standards, and best practices to drive operational excellence and business growth
  • Ensure high-quality engineering delivery across projects, including design studies, technical reviews, calculations, reports, drawings, and construction support
  • Establish governance frameworks for technical quality, compliance, design control, and engineering assurance
  • Drive innovation, digital transformation, and continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and design operations
  • Oversee engineering resource planning, workforce capability development, succession planning, and team performance management
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations, engineering codes, quality standards, and client specifications across all projects
  • Support commercial growth by contributing to client engagement, technical proposals, bid support, and strategic business development initiatives
  • Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and senior internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery and long-term partnerships
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right