Senior Telecom Engineer

KBR, Inc.; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm in Saudi Arabia seeks a Senior Telecom Engineer to lead the design and implementation of telecommunications systems for the Fadhili Gas Plant Project. The successful candidate will have at least 10 years of telecom engineering experience, with strong leadership skills and proven expertise in compliance with Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards. Responsibilities include overseeing installation, integration of telecom systems, and providing technical guidance to junior engineers. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on major oil & gas projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in telecom engineering, especially in oil & gas or industrial projects.
• Proven experience with Saudi Aramco projects and engineering standards.
• Advanced knowledge of fiber optics, IP networking, and telecom security protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and maintenance of telecommunications systems.
• Oversee telecom engineering activities from design through commissioning.
• Supervise installation and conduct performance tests of telecom systems.

Skills

Telecom engineering

Project leadership

Fiber optics

IP networking

SCADA integration

Wireless communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

CCNP/CCIE or equivalent

Job description

Title

Senior Telecom Engineer

Job Requirements

The Senior Telecom Engineer will lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of advanced telecommunications systems for the Fadhili Gas Plant Project. This role requires deep technical expertise, leadership skills, and strict adherence to Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards (SAES) to ensure reliable and secure communication infrastructure.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Certifications:
  • CCNP/CCIE or equivalent preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 10 years in telecom engineering, with at least 5 years in oil & gas or industrial projects.
  • Proven experience with Saudi Aramco projects and standards.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Advanced knowledge of fiber optics, IP networking, SCADA integration, and wireless communication.
  • Familiarity with telecom security protocols and redundancy systems.
• Design & Planning:
  • Develop detailed telecom network designs including fiber optics, structured cabling, microwave links, IP telephony, CCTV, and wireless systems.
  • Ensure compliance with SAES, SEC, and international telecom standards.
• Installation & Commissioning:
  • Supervise installation and integration of telecom systems.
  • Conduct FAT, SAT, and commissioning tests to validate system performance.
• Project Leadership:
  • Oversee telecom engineering activities from design through commissioning.
  • Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and contractors.