Telecom Engineer - Parsons Corporation - Dubai, UAE

Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 245,520 - 357,120; Full time

Job summary

Parsons in Dubai is hiring a Telecom Engineer to oversee telecommunications systems across critical infrastructure projects. The role involves supervising design verification, installation, and integration, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and standards.

Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree and have a minimum of 7 years experience in telecom engineering. The position offers exposure to innovative projects within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of telecom engineering experience on infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of fiber optic networks including OSP and ISP.
• Professional certifications such as CCNA or CCIE are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise telecommunications design interpretation.
• Conduct routine site inspections to verify compliance with specifications.
• Manage punch lists and ensure timely closure of outstanding items.

Skills

Fiber optic networks

Telecommunications design

Network architecture

Proficiency in CAD

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

OTDR

Routers and switches

Network documentation tools

Job description

Overview

Parsons Corporation is hiring a Telecom Engineer to support construction supervision on complex and mission-critical infrastructure projects in Dubai. This role focuses on supervising telecommunications systems across design verification, installation, testing, integration, and final handover, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, local authority standards, and international best practices. The position offers exposure to large-scale infrastructure projects involving fiber optic networks, active and passive telecom systems, and digital connectivity solutions.

Job Details

• Country: UAE
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Telecommunications
• Function: Engineering
• Salary: 22,000-32,000 monthly (Market estimated)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Support and supervise telecommunications design interpretation, installation, testing, and system integration across major infrastructure projects.
• Review and recommend approval of FSDDs, shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and test plans.
• Coordinate installation of fiber optic networks, ducts, handholes, cabinets, telecom rooms, active equipment, and power systems.
• Conduct routine site inspections to verify quality, safety, and compliance with specifications.
• Witness FAT, SAT, OTDR testing, power testing, performance testing, and system integration testing.
• Supervise telecom system deployment, commissioning, and final handover activities.
• Manage punch lists and ensure timely closure of outstanding items.
• Maintain approvals, correspondence, change records, and photographic documentation.
• Support evaluation of variation orders and change claims.
• Review as‑built drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, and final documentation.
• Inspect materials, fiber splicing works, terminations, labeling, and installations.
• Coordinate with civil, electrical, ITS, and other contractors to ensure proper interface management.
• Attend telecom coordination meetings and prepare minutes and technical correspondence.
• Monitor site safety compliance and support corrective actions.
• Conduct final inspections and validate punch list completion prior to handover.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communications, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of telecom engineering experience on infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of fiber optic networks including OSP and ISP, DWDM, SDH, and IP/MPLS.
• Experience with structured cabling systems and data, voice, and video networks.
• Proficiency in fiber routing, splicing, and OTDR analysis.
• Working knowledge of routers, switches, firewalls, and other active network equipment.
• Understanding of telecom power systems, grounding, and earthing.
• Familiarity with local authority standards, approval processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of network architecture and cybersecurity fundamentals.
• Ability to interpret civil, electrical, and telecom drawings.
• Experience analyzing existing communication networks to identify integration points and upgrade opportunities.
• Proficiency in CAD and network documentation tools.
• Strong coordination, communication, and documentation skills.
• Familiarity with Linux and Windows environments.
• Professional certifications such as CCNA, CCIE, RCDD, or CompTIA are an advantage.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation is a global engineering, construction management, and digital infrastructure consultancy delivering complex and innovative projects worldwide. In Dubai, Parsons supports landmark infrastructure and urban development programs, offering professionals the opportunity to work on future-ready systems while building long-term careers in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.