Design Engineer - OHL

Tractebel

The Role

Overview

Design engineer overseeing OHL project design, review, and compliance for high‑voltage substations.

Key Responsibilities

  • calculations
  • epc review
  • fat review
  • issue resolution
  • bid evaluation
  • tower spotting

Tasks

-Carry out calculations & studies required to finalize OHL equipment specifications and review of calculations, specifications, plans, investigations, surveys, structures, system or equipment with relatively few complex features. -Supervise and manage the review and approval of EPC Contractor s work, ensuring compliance with Owner and Project specifications, relevant codes and standards, and industry best practices. -Review and approve within the specified approval durations, the EPC Contractor key deliverables and other works within the OHL discipline, ensuring compliance with OHL design requirements -Review and approve of FAT Reports, SAT Procedures, Method Statements etc. -Identifying, evaluating, and resolving Electrical Engineering issues during the EPC phase. -Prepare requisitions and technical evaluation of bids for discipline material and equipment procurement -Provide technical assistance and coordination with other discipline Engineers. -Carry out Tower Spotting by using PLS CADD and its review. -Review and approve key design documents from Vendors, equipment manufacturers or Subcontractors and prepare comments and recommendations incorporating any comments received from the Owner. -Coordinate other discipline Engineers, participation in layout reviews, design reviews, and technical workshops.

Requirements

  • site survey
  • concept design
  • route drawings
  • 150+ years
  • equipment fat
  • standards knowledge

What You Bring

-Capable to conduct site survey and preparation of design documents (concept design) which includes route drawings. -More than 150 years of experience -Capable to attend Equipment FAT virtually. -Should have knowledge of all relevant standards and guidelines i.e. TRANSCO, OETC, ADDC, SEC and KSA standards including the Grid Codes, IEC, IEEE, International guidelines etc.

The Company

About Tractebel

-A global engineering and consultancy company designs and implements cutting-edge solutions in energy, infrastructure, and water. -With over a century of experience, has been at the forefront of transformative projects worldwide. -Known for expertise in energy transition, delivers sustainable and innovative solutions for power generation, transmission, and distribution. -Specializes in large-scale infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, and water treatment facilities. -Has a rich history of delivering complex projects in challenging environments, from remote locations to urban megacities. -Recognized for pioneering technologies in renewable energy, especially solar and wind energy systems. -Successfully designed and implemented energy systems that help governments and private sectors reduce their carbon footprints. -Provides specialized consultancy in industrial processes, water management, and smart city solutions. -Legacy includes developing projects that address the world's most pressing challenges in energy access and climate change mitigation. -Engineering solutions support diverse industries, including utilities, government, and transport, making a tangible impact globally.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Hydrogen

Offshore Energy

Power & Heat

Renewable Energies

Power Transmission & Distribution

Gas

Urban Design & Development

Environment & Climate Change

Transport & Mobility

Buildings & Complex Structures

Geo-Engineering

Water Resources

Hydraulic Infrastructures

Hydropower

Coasts

Ports

Marine Facilities

Water Supply & Use of Water Resources

Digital Services

Nuclear

Radwaste

Decontamination

Decommissioning