Design Lead - Substation (Civil & Structural)

PeopleStrong; Chennai District; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleStrong in Chennai invites an experienced Design Lead - Substation (Civil & Structural) to steer civil and structural design for substations, transmission and industrial facilities. You will lead calculations, DBRs, BOQs, and technical specs, guiding a team to quality outputs on schedule.

Ideal candidate has 10–15 years in civil/structural design, substations experience, and proficiency in STAAD, ETABS, AutoCAD; Revit/Tekla is a plus. Bachelor's in Civil Eng is required; M.Tech preferred.

Qualifications

• Lead and execute Civil & Structural Design Engineering for Substation and Transmission projects.
• Prepare design calculations, DBRs, BOQs, and technical specs for deliverables.
• Must have substations design experience and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
• Hands-on review of vendor drawings and pre-bid engineering input.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with site teams, clients, and consultants to ensure timely deliverables.
• Lead design reviews and ensure compliance with national/international codes.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive standardization within the team.
• Identify risks, monitor progress, and provide technical leadership during construction.

Skills

STAAD

ETABS

AutoCAD

MS Office

Education

B.Tech in Civil Engineering

M.Tech in Structural/Geotechnical/Environmental Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Revit

Tekla

Job description

Design Lead - Substation (Civil & Struct...

• PTD-Power Transmission & Distribution - IC

Posted On 05 Oct 2026

End Date 03 Apr 2027

Required Experience 10 - 12 years

Knowledge & Posting Location

Bachelor of Technology (BTech)

Job Description

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead and execute Civil & Structural Design Engineering activities for Substation, Transmission, and Industrial Infrastructure Projects, ensuring compliance with project specifications, applicable standards, and engineering best practices. Perform and review the analysis and design of civil and structural components, delivering technically sound, safe, and cost-effective engineering solutions. Coordinate effectively with site teams, clients, consultants, vendors, and inter-disciplinary engineering teams to ensure seamless project execution and timely completion of deliverables. Prepare, review, and approve design calculations, Design Basis Reports (DBRs), Bills of Quantities (BOQs), engineering specifications, and technical documentation in line with project requirements. Lead the design and review of RCC structures, steel structures, equipment foundations, gantry structures, site grading, drainage systems, and associated civil works related to substations and transmission projects. Review vendor drawings, material submittals, and technical proposals, ensuring compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and constructability requirements. Support pre-bid engineering activities by addressing technical queries, developing conceptual designs, validating quantities, and providing engineering inputs for proposals and tenders. Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers and designers, ensuring quality outputs, improved productivity, and adherence to project schedules. Offer technical clarifications to site execution teams, resolve design-related challenges during construction, and support client approvals and engineering decisions throughout the project lifecycle. Monitor engineering progress, identify risks or bottlenecks, and implement corrective measures to ensure timely completion of deliverables. Ensure compliance with relevant national and international design codes, client specifications, and organizational quality standards. Drive continuous improvement by promoting engineering best practices, knowledge sharing, and standardization within the team.

QUALIFICATION: B.Tech in Civil Engineering; M.Tech in Structural Engineering / Geotechnical Engineering / Environmental Engineering will be preferred.

MINIMUM YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AND INDUSTRY PREFERENCE: 10–15 years of experience in Civil & Structural Design Engineering, preferably within Substation, Transmission, or Industrial Infrastructure Projects. Proven expertise in the design and review of RCC structures, steel structures, foundations, gantries, grading, and drainage systems. Strong experience in managing engineering deliverables, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and supporting project execution activities. Hands‑on involvement in vendor drawing reviews, pre-bid engineering, BOQ preparation, and technical evaluation processes. Demonstrated ability to lead engineering teams, mentor junior professionals, and deliver high-quality engineering outputs within project timelines. Exposure to domestic and international power infrastructure projects will be an added advantage.

SOFTWARE SKILLS: Proficiency in STAAD, ETABS, AutoCAD, and MS Office. Working knowledge of Revit and Tekla will be considered an added advantage.

MUST: SUBSTATION DESIGN EXPERIENCE.