L&T Power Transmission & Distribution is Hiring: 6 Exciting Openings in Substation Design Engineering (Chennai, Faridabad, Hyderabad)
If you're an experienced electrical, civil, or structural design engineer looking to work on world-class power infrastructure projects, L&T Power Transmission & Distribution (PT&D) has just opened multiple positions at its Engineering Design & Research Centre (EDRC). This is a great opportunity to join one of India's most respected engineering conglomerates and contribute to challenging domestic and international substation projects.
Here's a complete breakdown of the open roles, required experience, and how to apply.
About L&T Power Transmission & Distribution
L&T's Power Transmission & Distribution business is known for delivering innovative, world-class solutions for power infrastructure across the globe. Its Engineering Design & Research Centre (EDRC) is the backbone of this work, handling everything from primary and secondary substation design to civil, structural, and BIM engineering for high-voltage projects.
Job Locations
The current openings are based across three major hubs:
- Chennai
- Faridabad
- Hyderabad
Current Open Positions at L&T PT&D
1. Project Engineering Manager (Electrical) – Oil & Gas
- Experience Required: 15+ Years
- Must Have: Oil & Gas project experience with AIS/GIS substations up to 765 kV
This senior leadership role is ideal for professionals who have managed large-scale electrical projects in the oil and gas sector, particularly involving high-voltage AIS and GIS substation systems.
2. Lead Design Engineer – Primary
- Experience Required: 10–15 Years
- Must Have: Primary design experience in AIS/GIS substations
- Key Skills: SLD preparation, load calculations
This role focuses on primary electrical design for substations, requiring strong hands-on expertise in single line diagram (SLD) preparation and load calculations.
3. Design Lead – Secondary (Substation) - Electrical
- Experience Required: 10–15 Years
- Must Have: Secondary design, protection, control & SCADA experience in substations
Candidates for this position should have deep expertise in secondary substation systems, including protection schemes, control systems, and SCADA integration.
4. Lead Design Engineer – Civil & Structural
- Experience Required: 10–15 Years
- Must Have: Civil & structural design experience in substation projects
- Key Skills: STAAD Pro, STAAD
This role is suited for civil and structural engineers with strong command over STAAD Pro and hands-on substation project design experience.
5. Design Engineer – Civil & Structural
- Experience Required: 3–7 Years
- Must Have: Civil & structural design experience in substation projects
- Key Skills: STAAD Pro, STAAD
A great opportunity for early-to-mid career civil and structural engineers looking to grow within substation infrastructure design.
6. BIM Modeller / BIM Engineer (Substation)
- Experience Required: 2–10 Years
- Qualification: Diploma / B.E. in Electrical Engineering
- Must Have: Hands-on experience in Autodesk Revit, BIM tools, and substation projects
This position is for professionals skilled in Building Information Modelling (BIM) using Autodesk Revit, specifically within the context of substation projects.
Why Join L&T PT&D's EDRC?
Working at L&T's Engineering Design & Research Centre means being part of a team that:
- Builds the future of power infrastructure
- Innovates solutions for complex engineering challenges
- Delivers excellence on domestic and international projects
- Powers progress across industries and geographies
How to Apply
If you meet the experience and skill requirements for any of the roles above, L&T PT&D wants to hear from you.
Steps to apply:
- Update your resume with relevant substation design engineering experience.
- Email your resume to: Mohammed.taj@lntecc.com
- Mention the exact position title in the subject line of your email.
Final Thoughts
With openings ranging from senior project management to hands-on design and BIM modelling roles, L&T Power Transmission & Distribution is building a strong team to take on challenging substation projects worldwide. If you have the right experience in AIS/GIS substations, primary or secondary electrical design, civil & structural engineering, or BIM modelling, this could be your next big career move.
Don't wait — send in your resume today and mention the position title in your subject line!
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