Title:
Senior Telecom Engineer - Offshore FEED project

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Job Title: Senior Telecom Engineer - Offshore FEED project

KBR is looking for talented individuals to join our PMC team to work on an exciting Offshore project as a Senior Telecom Engineer for a PMC project to be based in Abu Dhabi - UAE ( mostly in Client Office).

Job Summary

The Senior Telecom Engineer is responsible for the execution of telecommunications engineering activities for Offshore Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) projects within the Oil & Gas, Offshore, and Energy sectors. The role involves the development of telecom system designs, specifications, engineering deliverables, vendor coordination, and technical support throughout the FEED phase, ensuring compliance with project requirements, international standards, and client specifications.

The incumbent shall provide technical leadership for all offshore telecommunications systems including radio communication, PAGA, telephone systems, CCTV, access control, data networks, LAN/WAN infrastructure, microwave links, fiber optic systems, and offshore communication networks.

Key Responsibilities

FEED Engineering & Design

Perform telecom engineering activities during FEED and Concept Design phases for offshore facilities.
Develop telecom design philosophies, basis of design, and system architecture documents.
Prepare FEED deliverables including:
- Telecom Design Basis
- Telecom Philosophy
- Telecom System Block Diagrams
- Telecom Architecture Drawings
- Network Topology Diagrams
- Equipment Layouts
- Telecom Equipment Lists
- Material Requisitions and Specifications
Define telecom system requirements based on project scope and client specifications.
Review project inputs including P&IDs, plot plans, safety studies, hazardous area classifications, and electrical layouts.

Telecom Systems Engineering

Design and specify offshore telecommunications systems including:

Communication Systems

IP Telephone Systems
PABX Systems
VoIP Solutions
Hotline Systems

Radio Systems

Marine VHF Radio
UHF Radio Systems
TETRA Systems
Digital Mobile Radio (DMR)
Helideck Communication Systems

Safety & Security Systems

Public Address and General Alarm (PAGA)
CCTV Surveillance Systems
Access Control Systems
Intrusion Detection Systems
Emergency Communication Systems

Network Infrastructure

LAN/WAN Networks
Structured Cabling Systems
Fiber Optic Backbone Networks
SDH/IP/MPLS Networks
Industrial Communication Networks

Wireless Systems

Wi-Fi Networks
LTE/Private LTE Solutions
Wireless Access Infrastructure

Engineering Calculations & Studies

Conduct telecom coverage studies for offshore facilities.
Perform radio propagation and network capacity analysis.
Prepare fiber optic link budgets and communication system calculations.
Support SIL, HAZOP, HAZID, and other safety reviews.
Ensure telecom systems comply with offshore operational and safety requirements.

Vendor Management & Procurement Support

Prepare Technical Requisitions (MR/TBE/RFQ packages).
Review vendor proposals and technical submissions.
Conduct Technical Bid Evaluations (TBE).
Participate in vendor clarification meetings.
Review and approve vendor documents and drawings.
Ensure vendor compliance with project specifications and standards.

Interface Coordination

Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams including:
- Electrical
- Instrumentation & Control
- Process
- Mechanical
- Structural
- Safety and Loss Prevention
Interface with client representatives, EPC contractors, telecom vendors, and classification authorities.
Resolve engineering and design issues during FEED development.

Compliance & Standards

Ensure all telecom systems comply with applicable standards including:

IEC Standards
ITU Recommendations
IEEE Standards
NFPA Requirements
IMO Regulations
SOLAS Requirements
NORSOK Standards
Client Engineering Standards
Local Regulatory Requirements

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
Minimum 15 years of telecom engineering experience.
At least 5+ years of experience in Offshore Oil & Gas FEED and EPC projects.
Proven experience working on offshore platforms, FPSOs, offshore substations, or petrochemical facilities.

Technical Skills

Telecom Systems

PAGA Systems
CCTV Systems
Access Control Systems
Telephone & VoIP Systems
Marine Communication Systems
Radio Communication Systems
Fiber Optic Networks
Offshore Communication Systems

Networking

TCP/IP
VLAN
VPN
QoS
Routing & Switching
Industrial Ethernet Networks

Software & Engineering Tools

AutoCAD
Smart Plant
AVEVA Engineering
MS Office Suite
Telecom System Design Tools
Network Simulation & Analysis Software

Preferred Certifications

CCNP / CCIE
PMP Certification
ITIL Foundation
CompTIA Network+
Huawei HCIP/HCIE
Offshore Safety Certifications (BOSIET, HUET) - Preferred
Functional Safety Awareness Certification