Telecom Engineer - Offshore Oil & Gas

Overview

Hill International provides program, project, and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects worldwide. Our services include cost engineering, estimating, quality assurance, inspection, scheduling, risk management, and claims avoidance.

Position Title & Location

Telecom Engineer
KL Office Milan (Italy)

Responsibilities

• Design, specification, integration, and support of telecommunications systems in oil and gas facilities (voice, data, safety, operational communication).
• Ensure telecom systems meet technical, operational, and regulatory requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

Design & Engineering

• Review and consent to telecom system architecture (voice, data, PAGA, CCTV, VHF/UHF radio, VSAT, fiber‑optic backbone, telephone exchanges, intercom).
• Coordinate telecom requirements with control systems (DCS, ESD, SCADA) and safety systems (F&G, HVAC).

Standards & Compliance

• Ensure designs meet industry standards (IEC, ITU, NFPA, ISO, API, NORSOK) and client specifications.
• Design for hazardous areas (ATEX/IECEx zones) and ensure equipment certification.
• Include cybersecurity measures in all communication networks.

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Prepare telecom equipment Material Requisitions (MRs) and Technical Bid Evaluations (TBEs).
• Review vendor drawings, schematics, and compliance documents.
• Participate in FATs and ensure proper configuration and integration.

Construction & Commissioning Support

• Supervise installation, termination, and testing of telecom cabling, antennas, devices, and racks.
• Perform Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), system integration, and commissioning activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve telecom issues during startup and operational readiness testing.

Operations & Maintenance Support

• Support plant operations with telecom system upgrades, troubleshooting, and configuration changes.
• Maintain telecom documentation (network diagrams, IP address allocations, user manuals).
• Ensure telecom systems remain operable, secure, and aligned with operational requirements.

Skills & Competencies Required

• Strong knowledge of telecom protocols, radio frequency planning, network design, and signal integrity.
• Familiarity with PAGA, CCTV, IP networking, fiber optics, and structured cabling.
• Understanding of telecom integration with emergency and control systems.
• Competency in telecom network simulation and configuration tools.
• Effective communication, vendor coordination, and problem‑solving skills.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Automation & Control Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the discipline after earning the BSc degree.
• At least 5 years of offshore experience, with the last 3‑5 years on offshore projects.
• Excellent written and spoken English, including ability to write specifications and reports.

Seniority level

Not applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Construction