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OHL Engineer

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Qatar , Doha

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Job Description:

The Overhead Line (OHL) Engineer will be responsible for the design review, supervision, and execution of high-voltage overhead transmission line projects ranging from 132 kV to 400 kV. This role ensures technical compliance, quality assurance, and safe implementation of tower erection, stringing, and commissioning activities.

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

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

Nice to have:

Familiarity with terrain analysis, route surveys, and environmental considerations in OHL projects

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Job Posted:
January 31, 2026

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