Telecoms Engineering Lead for Oil & Gas Projects

Wood; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Group Life Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Professional Development

Job summary

Wood is seeking an experienced Lead Telecommunication Engineer to drive the detailed design of telecom systems for a large ADNOC project in Abu Dhabi. You will lead a team of telecom engineers, coordinate with IT, instrumentation, electrical disciplines, and ensure compliance with ADNOC standards and international codes.

The role emphasizes cybersecurity, PAGA, CCTV, fiber optics, IP networks, and integration with SCADA/DCS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Telecom Engineering or Electronics & Communications Engineering.
• Minimum 15+ years’ experience in telecoms for large Oil & Gas facilities.
• Experience with multi-national project teams is strongly preferred.
• Competent in Design-Check-Approve-Authorize cycle for telecom design.
• Broad knowledge of telecom standards and cybersecurity for industrial networks.
• Proven track record delivering Telecom EPC projects in international settings.
• Hands-on design with telecom equipment and systems (OTN, UHF TETRA/VHF, IP networks), security (CCTV, access control, PAGA).
• Proficient in fiber optic cabling and copper networks, with transition of design to construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of telecom systems across the project lifecycle (detailed engineering).
• Manage and coordinate a team of telecom engineers and designers.
• Ensure all deliverables meet ADNOC specifications, international standards, and project requirements.
• Interface with ADNOC, licensors, EPC teams, and vendors.
• Coordinate with instrumentation, electrical, IT, and control disciplines.
• Review and approve vendor documents, datasheets, and submittals.
• Provide technical support during construction, installation, and commissioning.

Skills

Telecom design

Leadership

Project coordination

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecom/Electronics & Communications

Tools

IP networks

Fiber optic cabling

CCTV/security networks

SCADA/DCS integration

Job description

Wood is seeking an experienced Lead Telecommunication Engineer to drive the detailed design of telecom systems for a large ADNOC project in Abu Dhabi. You will lead a team of telecom engineers, coordinate with IT, instrumentation, electrical disciplines, and ensure compliance with ADNOC standards and international codes.

The role emphasizes cybersecurity, PAGA, CCTV, fiber optics, IP networks, and integration with SCADA/DCS.