Title:
Telecom Engineer
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JOB DESCRIPTION FOR TELECOM ENGINEER
Key Responsibilities:
Design & Engineering:
- Lead the design and detailed engineering of telecom systems including – Telephone System, LAN System, TETRA System, Microwave Radio, PAGA, ACS, CCTV, Intruder detection system, Structured Cabling System, FO Cabling, Telephone cabling etc. to suit client requirements.
- Preparation of FEED and detail design deliverables such as design basis, specifications datasheets, sizing calculations, block diagrams, location layouts, cable routing layouts, interconnection drawings etc. in collaboration with designers.
- Manage telecom design teams across FEED, detailed design, and EPC phases of oil & gas projects.
- Carry out bid evaluation/ vendor document review and approval.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams (instrumentation, process, electrical, safety) to ensure system integration and compliance with project interfaces.
- Prepare and manage telecom engineering deliverables, man-hour budgets, and schedules.
- Conduct site surveys, equipment selection, and vendor management to facilitate seamless installation and commissioning of telecom networks.
- Interface with clients, project stakeholders, and vendors to gather requirements, present design reviews, and resolve technical issues.
- Evaluate vendor technical proposals, conduct FATs (Factory Acceptance Tests), and support commissioning and start-up activities.
- Ensure compliance with international and regional standards like NEC, IEC, IEEE, ITU, and oil and gas-specific telecom codes
Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, or related discipline.
- Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunication or Electronic Engineering
- 10+ years of experience in telecom engineering within the oil and gas sector, particularly onshore and offshore projects in the Middle East.
- Proven expertise in telecom technologies such as LAN/WAN, radio communication, fiber optics, CCTV, Access Control Systems, and IP telephony.
- Familiarity with project types including EPC, FEED, PMC, and detailed engineering phases in large-scale oil and gas infrastructure projects like gas processing plants and offshore platforms.
- Strong knowledge of telecom industry standards and protocols along with proficiency in design and simulation software.
- Excellent leadership, communication skills, and ability to work under demanding project environments. Proficiency in English is mandatory.
Skills:
- Proficient with AutoCAD, SmartPlant, Revit, or similar design tools.
- Deep knowledge of telecom systems used in oil & gas (PA/GA, CCTV, SCADA comms, microwave links).
- Familiarity with hazardous area equipment selection and installation practices.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with experience working in multicultural project environments.
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