OHL Design Engineer (PLS-CADD Specialist)

• Design & Analysis
• Develop and optimize transmission line routes using topographic, LiDAR, or GIS data in PLS-CADD.
• Perform mechanical loading and structural analysis per relevant standards (ASCE, IEC 60826, NESC).
• Design tower spotting, sag-tension, and insulator string configurations.
• Evaluate conductor, OPGW, and earth wire selection based on current rating, tension, and clearance criteria.
• Design and analyze steel lattice towers and poles using PLS-Tower and PLS-Pole.
• Conduct foundation load calculations and interface with civil team for tower footing design.
• Deliverables Preparation
• Generate detailed engineering deliverables including route alignment drawings, plan & profile drawings, tower schedules, stringing charts, and BOMs.
• Coordinate with survey, civil, and electrical teams for data integration and validation.
• Perform clearance and violation checks (to ground, buildings, roads, railways, etc.) within PLS-CADD.
• Support preparation of tender documents, technical specifications, and design basis reports.
• Coordination & Quality
• Interface with clients, contractors, and survey agencies for route validation and data collection.
• Ensure design compliance with utility and project specifications.
• Review vendor drawings and technical submittals related to towers, conductors, insulators, and fittings.
• Support site construction teams with design clarifications, modification requests, and as-built drawings.
• Software & Tools
• Proficient in PLS-CADD, PLS-Tower, PLS-Pole, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and MS Office.
• Knowledge of GIS tools (ArcGIS/QGIS) and survey data processing (CSV/XYZ point files, DEM, LiDAR) preferred.

Typical DeliverablesCategoryDeliverable Name / DescriptionRoute EngineeringTransmission Line Route Alignment (AutoCAD/PLS-CADD)Plan and Profile DrawingsRight-of-Way (ROW) and Crossing Layouts

Design CalculationsSag-Tension CalculationsStructure Load CalculationsTower Spotting ReportWind & Weight Span CalculationsConductor and OPGW Selection Report

Tower / Structure DesignTower Geometry, Structural Analysis (PLS-Tower/PLS-Pole)Tower Type Drawings (Suspension, Tension, Dead-End, Transposition)Tower Assembly and Member List

Foundation Design InputsTower Reactions and Foundation Load SummaryFoundation Type Selection Matrix

Electrical & MechanicalElectrical Clearance Check ReportPhase-to-Phase, Phase-to-Tower Clearance TablesLightning Performance Study (if applicable)Insulation Coordination and Stringing Table

Bill of MaterialsTower Material ListHardware and Fittings BOMConductor/OPGW/Accessories Schedule

ReportsDesign Basis Report (DBR)Design Philosophy & AssumptionsQuality Checklists and Design Review NotesAs-Built Drawings and Line Reconciliation Report

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical / Civil / Mechanical Engineering.
• Certified PLS-CADD user or proven project experience (minimum 2 completed OHL projects).
• Familiarity with Oman Electricity Transmission Company (OETC), PDO, or OQGN standards preferred.
• Good communication and technical report writing skills.

Key Competencies

• Expertise in PLS-CADD data handling (survey import, TIN model, profile generation).
• Understanding of mechanical loading cases and code compliance.
• Strong coordination and cross-disciplinary collaboration skills.
• Attention to detail and adherence to QA/QC processes.
• Proactive problem-solving and ability to work under tight deadlines.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: RO700.000 - RO900.000 per month