Senior Telecommunication Engineer

EHIF; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier engineering firm is seeking a Senior Telecommunication Engineer to lead engineering projects in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years’ experience in IT and Telecom, specifically in Oil & Gas projects, and a strong background in safety compliance and project management. The role offers competitive remuneration and is dedicated to providing meaningful projects within the energy sector.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Medical Insurance

Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Commitment to continued professional development

Long Service Award

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in IT/Telecom field.
• Experience in Oil & Gas projects.
• Knowledge in Safety & Security systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute engineering design and detail engineering experience for telecom systems.
• Prepare complete engineering documents.
• Participate in technical bid evaluations.

Skills

Leadership in designing advanced systems

Project management

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Fibre optics knowledge

Experience with wired and wireless technologies

Education

MSc or MEng in relevant discipline

Chartered Engineer

Tools

CCTV

LAN/WAN technologies

F&G systems

Job description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Telecommunication Engineer experienced with a proven track record in ensuring compliance with safety regulations, assessing risks, and implementing measures to prevent incidents and safeguard processes in engineering projects for a high‑profile client.

Our Clients and Projects

Across EMEA, our teams are providing solutions and expertise to support our growing client base, focusing on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications and engineering services across the energy and materials markets.

We are focused on growth and our strategy is centred around building partnerships with our clients across the UK, Norway, and the Middle East and Africa.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high‑profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5‑year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field

The key objectives for this role are:

Leadership in designing advanced systems, mentoring junior staff, overseeing project lifecycles, and ensuring system performance, reliability, and scalability. Key aspects include experience with a wide range of technologies (e.g., fibre optics, wireless, LAN/WAN), a proven track record in project management (including planning, budget and risk management), and the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align designs with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Execute engineering design, FEED and detail engineering experience and costing estimation for proposals in telecom systems
• Prepare complete engineering documents including block diagram, functional design specification, datasheets, MR, equipment layouts, interconnection drawings, termination drawings, cabinet drawings
• Participate in technical bid evaluations, vendor document review and approvals
• Maintain technical competence and pursue continuous professional development
• Provide discipline support to the business
• Stay informed of relevant regulatory framework, legislation changes, initiatives and industry technology developments and promote to direct reports
• Contribute to scope definition and execution
• Deputise for principal as required
• Support and supervise tasks delegated to direct reports
• Execute assigned personal objectives
• Manage third‑party suppliers in engineering delivery
• Adhere to and comply with discipline‑specific procedures and provide feedback for continuous improvement
• Participate in audits and incident investigations as required
• Coaching and mentoring as delegated
• Input to performance management of direct reports
• Manage and supervise direct reports

Skills and Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected

• MSc, MEng or equivalent professional qualification or BSc, BEng or equivalent with extensive relevant experience
• Chartered Engineer or recognised equivalent experience
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in IT/Telecom field including Security & Safety, wired & wireless communication in Oil & Gas Projects and extensive knowledge in LAN & WAN, ACS, CCTV, FOC, IDS, PAGA, Hotline systems, F&G and IP telephone etc.
• Demonstrable balance of industrial experience at relevant level and position

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Telecommunication Engineer for our Abu Dhabi office within our Operations EMEA business. Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be based full time at Abu Dhabi office.

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (in accordance with relevant governing laws): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics.