Tower Design & Estimation Engineer/Manager

• Design & Engineering
  • Review tender specifications, drawings, and technical documents to develop optimized tower designs for transmission line projects.
  • Oversee preparation of Bill of Materials (BOM), shop drawings, proto assembly requirements, and structural detailing for fabrication.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable IS/IEC standards, customer specifications, and project requirements.
  • Provide design inputs for proto towers, testing, and erection feasibility.
• Estimation & Tendering
  • Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for supply and EPC projects including towers, hardware, accessories, bolts & nuts.
  • Analyze technical documents, load data, and drawings to finalize tower weights and steel consumption.
  • Develop estimation sheets covering raw material, fabrication, galvanization, logistics, erection, and overhead costs.
  • Support the bid team in preparing techno-commercial proposals for international and domestic markets.
• Planning & Coordination
  • Work closely with procurement and supply chain teams to validate raw material costs, inventory utilization, and vendor quotes.
  • Collaborate with production, planning, and quality departments for alignment on capacity, schedules, and proto requirements.
  • Coordinate with marketing, projects, and clients for technical clarifications and cost justifications.
• Project & Process Management
  • Monitor project-specific estimation and design progress, ensuring accuracy and timely submissions.
  • Drive process improvements in design optimization, cutting plans, and raw material utilization.
  • Implement ERP/SAP/JDE modules for tower design & estimation, enhancing reporting and workflow efficiency.
• Leadership & Team Development
  • Lead and mentor design & estimation engineers, ensuring skill development and adherence to best practices.
  • Conduct design reviews, estimation checks, and ensure adherence to company quality standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education:
  • B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering.
  • MBA in Operations Management (preferred).
• Experience:
  • 10-15 years of experience in Transmission Line tower design, fabrication, estimation, and planning.
  • Proven track record in international tenders and supply projects across MENA, EU, APAC, and Americas.
  • Experience in proto development, SAP implementation, and project management in reputed EPC/Tower manufacturing companies.