Senior Telecom Engineer - Offshore FEED project

KBR Careers; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Senior Telecom Engineer for Offshore FEED projects in Abu Dhabi, UAE. You will lead telecom system design, specifications, and deliverables across offshore platforms, PAGA, CCTV, data networks, and radio systems, ensuring compliance with client requirements and international standards.

The role involves coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, conducting network and propagation analyses, and supporting safety reviews while guiding offshore telecom engineering for FEED and EPC

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in telecommunications, electronics, electrical engineering or related field.
• Minimum 15 years of telecom engineering experience.
• At least 5+ years in offshore oil & gas FEED and EPC projects.
• Experience on offshore platforms, FPSOs, substations or petrochemical facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead FEED telecom design for offshore facilities.
• Develop telecom design basis, philosophy and architecture documents.
• Prepare FEED deliverables and telecom equipment lists.
• Conduct telecom calculations, coverage studies and link budgets.
• Coordinate with vendors, review proposals and conduct TBE.
• Interface with electrical, mechanical, safety and client teams.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, ITU, IEEE, NFPA, SOLAS, NORSOK and local standards.

Skills

Telecom engineering

Offshore experience

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications/Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

CCNP/CCIE certifications

ITIL Foundation

Job description

Senior Telecom Engineer - Offshore FEED project

The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Location: Abu Dhabi – UAE (mostly in Client Office).

Job Summary

The Senior Telecom Engineer is responsible for the execution of telecommunications engineering activities for Offshore Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) projects within the Oil & Gas, Offshore, and Energy sectors. The role involves the development of telecom system designs, specifications, engineering deliverables, vendor coordination, and technical support throughout the FEED phase, ensuring compliance with project requirements, international standards, and client specifications. The incumbent shall provide technical leadership for all offshore telecommunications systems including radio communication, PAGA, telephone systems, CCTV, access control, data networks, LAN/WAN infrastructure, microwave links, fiber optic systems, and offshore communication networks.

Key Responsibilities

• FEED Engineering & Design
  • Perform telecom engineering activities during FEED and Concept Design phases for offshore facilities.
  • Develop telecom design philosophies, basis of design, and system architecture documents.
  • Prepare FEED deliverables including: Telecom Design Basis Telecom Philosophy Telecom System Block Diagrams Telecom Architecture Drawings Network Topology Diagrams Equipment Layouts Telecom Equipment Lists Material Requisitions and Specifications
  • Define telecom system requirements based on project scope and client specifications.
  • Review project inputs including P&IDs, plot plans, safety studies, hazardous area classifications, and electrical layouts.
• Telecom Systems Engineering Design and specify offshore telecommunications systems including:
  • Communication Systems
  • IP Telephone Systems
  • PABX Systems
  • VoIP Solutions
  • Hotline Systems
  • Radio Systems
  • Marine VHF Radio
  • UHF Radio Systems
  • TETRA Systems
  • Digital Mobile Radio (DMR)
  • Helideck Communication Systems
  • Safety & Security Systems
  • Public Address and General Alarm (PAGA)
  • CCTV Surveillance Systems
  • Access Control Systems
  • Intrusion Detection Systems
  • Emergency Communication Systems
  • Network Infrastructure LAN/WAN Networks
  • Structured Cabling Systems
  • Fiber Optic Backbone Networks
  • SDH/IP/MPLS Networks
  • Industrial Communication Networks
  • Wireless Systems Wi-Fi Networks LTE/Private LTE Solutions Wireless Access Infrastructure Engineering
• Calculations & Studies
  • Conduct telecom coverage studies for offshore facilities.
  • Perform radio propagation and network capacity analysis.
  • Prepare fiber optic link budgets and communication system calculations.
  • Support SIL, HAZOP, HAZID, and other safety reviews.
  • Ensure telecom systems comply with offshore operational and safety requirements.
• Vendor Management & Procurement Support
  • Prepare Technical Requisitions (MR/TBE/RFQ packages).
  • Review vendor proposals and technical submissions.
  • Conduct Technical Bid Evaluations (TBE).
  • Participate in vendor clarification meetings.
  • Review and approve vendor documents and drawings.
  • Ensure vendor compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Interface Coordination
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams including: Electrical Instrumentation & Control Process Mechanical Structural Safety and Loss Prevention.
  • Interface with client representatives, EPC contractors, telecom vendors, and classification authorities.
  • Resolve engineering and design issues during FEED development.
• Compliance & Standards
  • Ensure all telecom systems comply with applicable standards including: IEC Standards ITU Recommendations IEEE Standards NFPA Requirements IMO Regulations SOLAS Requirements NORSOK Standards Client Engineering Standards Local Regulatory Requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of telecom engineering experience.
• At least 5+ years of experience in Offshore Oil & Gas FEED and EPC projects.
• Proven experience working on offshore platforms, FPSOs, offshore substations, or petrochemical facilities.

Preferred Certifications

• CCNP / CCIE PMP Certification ITIL Foundation CompTIA Network+ Huawei HCIP/HCIE Offshore Safety Certifications (BOSIET, HUET) – Preferred Functional Safety Awareness Certification

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