Substation Civil Design

Overview

Design civil/structural works for HV/EHV substations (AIS/GIS) up to 400kV.

Key Responsibilities

• design compliance
• boq specs
• cad drawings
• coordination
• design calculations
• civil design

Tasks

Responsible for the civil and structural design of High Voltage (HV) and Extra High Voltage (EHV) substations (AIS & GIS) up to 400 kV voltage levels. The role involves detailed engineering, foundation and building design, coordination with electrical and structural teams, and ensuring compliance with utility and international standards. -Ensure designs meet utility standards (like PGCIL, TRANSCO, SEB) and applicable international standards. -Develop BOQs, specifications, and construction drawings for tender and execution stages. -Prepare and review GA drawings, layout plans, foundation drawings, cable trenches, control building, and equipment support structures. -Preparation of technical specifications, equipment sizing calculations and layout drawings. -Coordinate with electrical, mechanical, and protection teams for interface and design inputs. -Review vendor and contractor drawings to ensure design compliance. -Provide technical support during construction, including resolving site queries and design deviations. -Prepare design documentation, reports, and as-built drawings. -Coordinate with all project stakeholders. -Managing the entire projects on Technical, Schedule and Cost. -Conduct design calculations for foundations, structures, and drainage systems using relevant codes (IS/IEC/BS/ASTM). -Preparation of feasibility reports and design basis reports for EHV SS and distribution network projects. -Participate in design reviews, quality checks, and continuous improvement initiatives. -Review of design analysis and detailed construction drawings, Vendor document reviews, Witnessing factor acceptance tests. -Utilize design tools like STAAD Pro, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, etc. for analysis and detailing. -Perform civil, structural, and foundation design for AIS/GIS substations (132kV/220kV/400kV).

Requirements

• autocad
• staad pro
• civil engineering
• 5+ years
• ehv substations
• problem solving

What You Bring

-Familiar with PSS/ EHV SS Lines and Substation Configurations and able to choose the right configuration / technology and ratings of equipment’s specific to project requirements. -Strong understanding of substation civil engineering (AIS & GIS up to 400kV). -B. E / B.Tech, ME/MTech in Civil Engineering. -Attention to detail and quality focus. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. -Minimum 5 + yrs of experience in engineering of Substation Civil Design Engineer (AIS / GIS – 132kV / 220kV / 400kV) EHV Substation,Distribution line Projects and working with consulting environment will have added advantage. -Knowledge on standards such as IS, IEC, IEEE, BIS related to Electrical equipment’s and CEA guidelines. -Familiarity with ground improvement techniques, drainage systems, and earthing layouts. -Proficiency in AutoCAD, STAAD Pro, MS Excel, and civil analysis tools. -Exposure to building design, retaining structures, and road layouts within substations. -Able to manage the T&D Project independently in the role of Project Lead Engineer / Project Manager. -Knowledge of IS codes, IEC standards, and PGCIL/NTPC/BHEL/SEB specifications. -Experience in foundation design for transformers, gantries, circuit breakers, and towers. -Knowledge on equipment and project costing ( Both Capex and Opex) -Strong analytical and problem-solving ability. Effective communication and coordination skills.

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