Transmission Line Design Engineer

Buzzworks Business Services; Zone 11 Valasaravakkam; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Buzzworks Business Services seeks a PLS-CADD Developer / Transmission Line Design Engineer to support engineering, modeling, analysis, and design of overhead lines in India. You will build PLS-CADD models, perform sag-tension analyses, and generate drawings.

You’ll develop automation scripts in Python, VBA, AutoLISP, and C#, integrate GIS/LiDAR data, and ensure compliance with NESC/IEEE standards while collaborating with survey, geotechnical, and foundation teams.

Qualifications

• 3–10+ years of experience in transmission line engineering.
• Hands-on with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE and PLS-TOWER.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and GIS tools.
• Knowledge of NESC/IEEE standards and utility design practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain overhead transmission line models using PLS-CADD.
• Perform line routing, structure spotting, and profile development.
• Conduct sag-tension analysis and clearance verification.
• Prepare design reports and calculation packages.

Skills

PLS-CADD

AutoCAD

Transmission line design

Sag-tension calculations

Structure spotting

Line clearance analysis

Engineering drawing interpretation

Education

Electrical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Structural Engineering

Tools

PLS-POLE

PLS-TOWER

MicroStation

ArcGIS

QGIS

LiDAR data processing

ETAP

Power BI

SQL

BIM workflows

Job description

Job Title

PLS-CADD Developer / Transmission Line Design Engineer

We are seeking a skilled PLS-CADD Developer to support the engineering, modeling, analysis, and design of overhead transmission and distribution lines. The candidate will be responsible for developing accurate PLS-CADD models, performing line design calculations, generating construction deliverables, and supporting automation initiatives within transmission line engineering workflows.

Key Responsibilities

Transmission Line Design

• Develop and maintain overhead transmission line models using PLS-CADD.
• Perform line routing, structure spotting, and profile development.
• Conduct sag-tension analysis and clearance verification.
• Generate transmission line plan and profile drawings.
• Perform conductor and shield wire design calculations.
• Validate compliance with NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and client-specific standards.
• Coordinate with survey, geotechnical, structural, and foundation engineering teams.

Engineering Analysis

• Analyze terrain, environmental, and right-of-way constraints.
• Evaluate transmission line clearances and loading conditions.
• Support tower, pole, and foundation design integration.
• Prepare material quantity estimates and construction documentation.
• Review engineering deliverables for constructability and quality.

Software Development & Automation

• Develop automation tools using:
  • Python
  • VBA
  • AutoLISP
  • C#
• Create scripts for:
  • Automated PLS-CADD model generation
  • Survey data conversion
  • Report generation
  • Quality checks
  • Drawing automation
• Integrate LiDAR, GIS, and CAD datasets into transmission line workflows.
• Support digital engineering and AI-assisted design initiatives.

Documentation & Quality Assurance

• Prepare design reports and calculation packages.
• Maintain engineering standards and templates.
• Support design reviews and client audits.
• Ensure documentation complies with project and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in technical reviews and lessons learned sessions.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Electrical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Structural Engineering

Experience

• 3 to 10+ years of experience in transmission line engineering.
• Hands-on experience with:
  • PLS-CADD
  • PLS-POLE
  • PLS-TOWER
• Experience on transmission line projects ranging from 69kV to 765kV

Technical Skills

Mandatory

• PLS-CADD
• AutoCAD
• Transmission line design
• Sag-tension calculations
• Structure spotting
• Line clearance analysis
• Engineering drawing interpretation

Preferred

• Python programming
• GIS (ArcGIS/QGIS)
• LiDAR data processing
• MicroStation
• ETAP
• Power BI
• SQL
• BIM workflows
• AI/ML-based engineering automation

Knowledge Requirements

• NESC standards
• ASCE 48
• ASCE 74
• IEEE standards
• Utility design practices
• Transmission construction methodologies
• Survey and geotechnical data interpretation

Desired Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Client communication and stakeholder management
• Ability to work in global delivery environments
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities
• Continuous improvement mindset

Nice-to-Have (AI & Digital Engineering)

Considering your organization's growing focus on AI-driven transmission line

engineering, the role may additionally include:

• Developing AI-assisted transmission line design tools.
• Automating Design Basis Document (DBD) generation.
• Building rule-based quality control engines.
• Integrating GIS, LiDAR, and engineering systems.
• Developing digital twin and engineering knowledge management solutions.

KPIs

• Modeling productivity (km/week)
• Design quality and first-pass approval rate
• Automation benefits realized
• Rework reduction
• Schedule adherence
• Engineering compliance score