PMC Senior Engineer, Telecom

Role Overview

PMC Senior Engineer, Telecom at Wood PLC, based full-time in Abu Dhabi for an ADNOC Offshore client.

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors with 33,000 people in around 50 countries. Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Across EMEA, teams provide solutions and expertise focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications and engineering services across the energy and materials markets. The strategy centers on building partnerships with clients across three regions: UK, Norway, and the Middle East and Africa.

Role Purpose

Oversee the design, installation, and maintenance of telecommunications systems on offshore platforms to ensure safe and efficient operation for high-profile energy clients. Lead telecom engineering from concept through commissioning, ensuring compliance with international standards and seamless integration with multidisciplinary project teams.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Engineering

• Develop, review, and optimize telecommunications system designs for offshore and onshore oil and gas, energy, or industrial facilities.
• Develop, review, and approve telecom engineering designs, calculations, specifications, datasheets, and drawings for project execution.
• Design and implement telecommunications systems including Fiber Optic Networks, LAN/WAN, Microwave Links, Radio Systems, PAGA, CCTV, Access Control, Telephone, and Integrated Communication Systems.
• Review and approve telecom equipment layouts, network architectures, cable routing, and communication system configurations.

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure telecom systems comply with project specifications, client requirements, and international standards.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, international codes, project specifications, and cybersecurity requirements.
• Ensure telecom engineering deliverables are completed within project schedules and budgets.

Deliverables & Documentation

• Prepare and review engineering deliverables, drawings, datasheets, and technical specifications.
• Prepare telecom engineering deliverables during FEED, EPC, and detailed engineering phases.
• Review vendor proposals, technical bid evaluations (TBE), and supplier documentation.

Project Execution & Coordination

• Support project execution from FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary engineering interfaces and resolve technical issues.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of telecom systems with electrical, instrumentation, control, and process facilities.
• Monitor engineering progress and support achievement of project milestones, budgets, and quality objectives.

Reviews & Assessment

• Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, constructability reviews, technical workshops, and risk assessments.
• Provide technical support during procurement, fabrication, installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Witness and evaluate Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and system performance testing.
• Resolve technical queries, design issues, and telecom interface challenges during project execution.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in telecommunication, electrical or electronics engineering or equivalent from an accredited university.
• Minimum fifteen (15+) years of relevant experience in the Offshore/Onshore Oil and Gas industry.
• Minimum five (5) years preferred experience in the GCC region.
• At least five (5) years of experience in a similar position on mega Oil and Gas or Petrochemical projects, managing teams of Specialists, Senior Engineers, and Engineers.
• Offshore experience is mandatory.
• ADNOC experience is desired.
• PMC (Project Management Consultant) experience is required.
• Working hands-on experience with SPEL.
• Must have working knowledge and experience of electrical discipline relevant to offshore and onshore oil and gas industry codes, specifications, and practices.
• Previous experience working in the Middle East is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Fully coherent in all international codes and standards.
• Excellent command of both spoken and written English.
• Enthusiastic, conscientious, and keen to learn.
• Flexible with a can-do attitude.

Additional Information

• Full-time position based in Abu Dhabi.
• Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews.
• Medical Insurance covering inpatient and outpatient medical care.
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance provided by the company.
• End of Service Gratuity in line with UAE Labor Law.
• Employee Share Plan offering the opportunity to purchase Wood shares with company match.
• Long Service Award recognizing commitment and loyalty at five-year service milestones.
• Tailored development plans committed to continued professional development.
• Global connections with experts at the leading edge of the industry.
• Energy Transition Academy providing community access to experts sharing knowledge on existing and emerging energy systems.
• Wood is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.