Specialist Telecom Engineer

Worley; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley seeks a Senior Specialist Telecom Engineer to lead offshore telecom engineering for ADNOC Offshore projects. You will review EPC contractor deliverables to ensure adherence to ADNOC standards, international codes, cybersecurity, and project specifications, supporting safe, reliable, and cost-effective execution.

The role requires extensive experience in Concept, FEED, and EPC phases, and coordination with multiple disciplines to ensure compliant telecom architectures and network designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering or equivalent.
• 15+ years of relevant Oil & Gas or Petrochemical experience.
• 5+ years in mega Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects.
• ADNOC Offshore project experience is required.
• 5+ GCC experience is required.
• Experience reviewing EPC Contractor deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist engineering support for offshore telecom systems across project phases.

Skills

Offshore telecom engineering

Fiber optic networks

Industrial communication

IP networking

System integration

Cybersecurity awareness

Vendor package review

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SmartPlant/Hexagon

AVEVA Engineering

Aconex

Telecom design software

Job description

About Us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Position Summary

The Specialist Telecom Engineer shall provide specialist engineering expertise for all Telecommunication Systems throughout Concept, FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC, Construction, Pre-Commissioning and Commissioning phases of major ADNOC Offshore projects. The role is responsible for reviewing and ensuring EPC Contractor engineering deliverables comply with ADNOC standards, international codes, cybersecurity requirements, project specifications, and industry best practices while supporting safe, reliable, and cost-effective project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist engineering support for offshore telecommunication systems during Concept, FEED, Detailed Engineering and EPC phases.
• Review, comment and approve EPC Contractor telecom engineering deliverables in accordance with ADNOC standards and project specifications.
• Ensure compliance with applicable international standards including IEC, ITU-T, TIA/EIA, IEEE, NFPA, ISO and ADNOC Engineering Standards.
• Review telecom system architecture, network topology, equipment layouts and interface requirements.
• Coordinate telecom engineering activities with Instrumentation, Electrical, Process, Mechanical, Civil/Structural and HSE disciplines.
• Support technical evaluations, vendor document reviews and procurement activities.
• Participate in HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, Constructability, Design Reviews and Project Technical Reviews.
• Resolve technical queries, design deviations and concession requests raised by EPC Contractors.
• Support construction, installation, testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up activities.
• Perform site visits and offshore surveys to verify installation quality and engineering compliance.
• Monitor engineering progress and identify technical risks, proposing practical mitigation measures.
• Ensure telecom systems satisfy functional, operational availability, reliability and maintainability requirements.
• Support project close-out activities including review of As-Built documentation and final dossiers.

Telecommunication Systems

Provide Engineering Support For The Following Systems

• Fiber Optic Communication Systems
• Structured Cabling System
• LAN/WAN Network Infrastructure
• Industrial Ethernet Network
• Telephone System (IP Telephony)
• TETRA/UHF/VHF Radio Communication Systems
• Public Address & General Alarm (PAGA)
• CCTV & Video Surveillance Systems
• Access Control System
• Intrusion Detection System
• Microwave Communication System
• VSAT and Satellite Communication Systems
• Master Clock System
• Data Network & Cybersecurity Interfaces
• Telecom Equipment Rooms and Rack Layouts

Deliverables Review

Review And Verify

• Telecom Design Basis
• Telecom Specifications
• Telecom Philosophy
• Telecom Architecture Drawings
• System Block Diagrams
• Network Topology Diagrams
• Fiber Optic Routing Drawings
• Cable Schedules
• Equipment Layout Drawings
• Telecom Equipment Datasheets
• Material Requisitions (MR)
• Technical Bid Evaluations (TBE)Vendor Documents
• Installation Details
• As-Built Documentation

Minimum Qualification & Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering or equivalent from an accredited university with a minimum of fifteen (15+) years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas or Petrochemical industry, Petrochemical.
• Must have at least five (5) years of experience in similar position in a mega Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects.
• Extensive experience in Concept, FEED and EPC project execution.
• ADNOC Offshore project experience is required
• 5+GCC experience is required
• Experience in reviewing EPC Contractor engineering deliverables.
• Good knowledge of offshore telecom systems integration and industrial communication networks.
• Experience in FAT, SAT, commissioning and start-up support is preferred.

Technical Competencies

• Offshore Telecom Engineering
• Fiber Optic Network Design
• Industrial Communication Networks
• IP Networking
• Telecom System Integration
• Cybersecurity Awareness for Industrial Communication Systems
• Vendor Package Review
• Engineering Design Review
• Technical Bid Evaluation
• Project Coordination
• Risk Management
• Construction Support
• Commissioning Support

Software Knowledge

• MS Office Suite
• AutoCAD
• SmartPlant / Hexagon tools (preferred)
• AVEVA Engineering tools (preferred)
• Telecom Network Design Software
• Aconex / Document Management Systems

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.