Offshore Telecom Engineer

Duncan & Ross; Al Hamriyah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm in the UAE is seeking an experienced Offshore Telecom Engineer to support telecom engineering deliverables for offshore oil and gas projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and at least 12 years of offshore telecommunications experience, including work with Saudi Aramco projects. Key responsibilities include preparing engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with international standards, and supporting offshore construction activities. Candidates with strong communication skills in a multidisciplinary environment are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of offshore telecom engineering experience including offshore drilling rigs.
• Experience in vendor coordination and multidisciplinary project environments.
• Hands-on experience with PAGA systems, data networks, and security systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare telecom engineering deliverables including networks and diagrams.
• Support FEED and Detailed Engineering compliance with standards.
• Coordinate with various engineering disciplines for integrated designs.

Skills

Offshore telecom engineering experience

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills in offshore environments

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Smart Plant software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Offshore Telecom Engineer to support FEED, Detailed Engineering, and Detailed Design for offshore oil & gas projects in the UAE. The role focuses on offshore drilling rigs and rig refurbishment projects. Extensive offshore experience is mandatory, with proven exposure to offshore telecom systems. Experience working on Saudi Aramco offshore projects is highly preferred and will be a key advantage.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare telecom engineering deliverables including telecom system architecture, block diagramsেশন, network layouts, cable schedules, and routing drawings
• Support FEED and Detailed Engineering activities application compliance with project specifications and offshore standards
• Design and review offshore telecom systems claimant, organization of:
  • PAGA and PA/GA systems
  • Telephone and VoIP systems
  • LAN/WAN and data networks
  • CCTV and access control systems
  • Radio, microwave, and wireless communication systems
• Prepare and review telecom specifications, data sheets, and requisitions for telecom equipment and packages
• Ensure compliance with international standards and offshore requirements (IEC, ITU, IEEE, API, and project specifications)
• Coordinate with electrical, instrumentation, IT, and layout disciplines to ensure integrated and clash-free designs
• Support hazardous area compliance for telecom equipment installed in offshore environments
• Participate in vendor document reviews, technical bid evaluations, and FATs
• Support design reviews, HAZID/HAZOPs, regret thus client meetings
• Provide engineering support during offshore construction, installation, commissioning, refurbishment, and as-built documentation

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• Minimum 12 years of offshore telecom engineering experience, including offshore drilling rigs and refurbishment projects
• Saudi Aramco offshore project experience is highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of FEED, Detailed Engineering, and Detailed Design execution
• Hands-on experience with offshore telecom systems including PAGA, data networks, CCTV, radio, and security systems
• Proficiency in engineering tools and software such as AutoCAD, Smart Plant, telecom planning tools, or equivalent
• Experience in vendor coordination and multidisciplinary project environments
• Strong communication and teamwork skills in an offshore engineering environment

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