Lead Engineer - Transmission Lines and Substation Projects

adani capital pvt ltd; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Capital Pvt Ltd is seeking a Lead - Transmission to oversee planning, design, execution and commissioning of EHV/HV lines (33kV+) tied to renewable energy projects. You will coordinate the end-to-end lifecycle of pooling substations and transmission lines, ensuring schedules and safety standards are met at every site.

You will lead interfaces with utilities, CTU/STU, and regulators, manage ROW and land coordination, monitor budgets and BOQs, and mentor junior engineers and site teams to

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech – Electrical Engineering degree required.
• 12–15 years of relevant experience in PSS and transmission line projects.
• Experience in utility‑scale solar or wind evacuation projects.
• Willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, execution, and commissioning of EHV/HV transmission lines (33kV and above) for renewable energy projects.
• Coordinate end-to-end project lifecycle of Pooling Sub-station and Transmission Line activities.
• Ensure material availability at site per delivery schedule; coordinate with DISCOMs, STU, CTU and regulatory bodies for grid connectivity.
• Ensure compliance with CEA, IS standards, safety norms and statutory regulations.
• Oversee ROW management, land coordination, local authority liaison, and contractor interfaces.
• Monitor project schedules, costs, BOQs, DPRs, budgets, and timelines.
• Lead contractor and vendor management, including technical evaluation, billing certification, and performance monitoring.
• Support testing, energization, protection coordination, and integration with substations.
• Identify and mitigate technical, safety, and execution risks; prepare progress reports and MIS for stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and site teams.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Leadership

Travel willingness

Education

B.E. / B.Tech – Electrical Engineering

Job description

Lead - Transmission Responsibilities

Lead planning, design, execution, and commissioning of EHV/HV transmission lines (33kV and above) associated with renewable energy projects. Coordinate end to end project lifecycle of Pooling Sub-station Coordinate end to end project life cycle of Transmission Line - route survey, tower spotting, foundation works, erection, stringing, sagging, and commissioning activities. Responsible for availability of materials at site as per the delivery schedule Coordinate with state utilities (DISCOMs, STU), CTU, and regulatory bodies for grid connectivity, approvals, and charging. Ensure compliance with CEA, IS standards, safety norms, and statutory regulations throughout project execution. Oversee ROW management, land coordination, local authority liaison , and contractor interfaces to mitigate execution risks. Monitor project schedules, cost controls, BOQs, DPRs, and ensure adherence to approved budgets and timelines. Lead contractor and vendor management , including technical evaluation, billing certification, and performance monitoring. Support PTL/DTL testing, energization, protection coordination , and integration with substations/switchyards. Identify and mitigate technical, safety, and execution risks proactively. Prepare and review technical documentation, progress reports, MIS, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and site teams.

Qualifications

B.E. / B.Tech – Electrical Engineering 12–15 years of relevant experience in PSS and transmission line projects , preferably in renewable energy / power infrastructure. Experience in handling utility‑scale solar or wind evacuation projects . Strong communication, coordination, and leadership capabilities. Willingness to travel to project sites as required.