Senior Telecom Engineer - Offshore FEED project

Role Overview

Senior Telecom Engineer - Offshore FEED project with KBR, based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, working primarily in the client office as part of the PMC team.

Company Overview

KBR delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services to governments and companies worldwide. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle, including world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Role Purpose

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 provides 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Telecom Systems Engineering

• Design and specify IP Telephone Systems, PABX Systems, VoIP Solutions, and Hotline Systems.
• Design and specify Marine VHF Radio, UHF Radio Systems, TETRA Systems, Digital Mobile Radio (DMR), and Helideck Communication Systems.
• Design and specify Public Address and General Alarm (PAGA), CCTV Surveillance Systems, Access Control Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems, and Emergency Communication Systems.
• Design and specify LAN/WAN Networks, Structured Cabling Systems, Fiber Optic Backbone Networks, SDH/IP/MPLS Networks, and Industrial Communication Networks.
• Design and specify Wi-Fi Networks, LTE/Private LTE Solutions, and 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, and 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 IEC Standards, ITU Recommendations, IEEE Standards, NFPA Requirements, IMO Regulations, SOLAS Requirements, NORSOK Standards, Client Engineering Standards, and Local Regulatory Requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• 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.

Skills & Competencies

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

Additional Information

Preferred Certifications

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