Senior Telecom Engineer

Project Overview:

Job Summary:

Major Responsibilities:

• Supervision and management of the customer designers and contractors in the delivery of infrastructure electrical systems design.
• Review of technical submissions from designers and contractors relating to telecom systems.
• Support to Contracts & Procurement in the delivery of design to support procurement and post tender technical evaluation and award recommendations.
• Monitoring & reporting on the progress and performance of the customer’s designers and contractors.
• Coordination with the Stakeholder Management team to ensure that all required permits and approvals are achieved in a timely manner throughout the Project life cycle.
• Support to Construction & Quality delivery teams during the execution of the works relating to infrastructure electrical systems, including resolution of requests for information, field change requests, non-conformance reports and work inspection requests.
• Support to Start-Up/Commissioning team from the outset to ensure that start-up/commissioning and hand-over requirements are addressed early in the design process and support the conduct of testing and commissioning during the execution of the works.
• Coordinate Telecom systems design with other project disciplines, review project design criteria, vendor submissions, construction inspection records and startup test reports
• Coordinate telecom systems design integration across numerous contracts, work packages and stakeholders.
• Liaison with customer representatives as subject matter expert and accountable person for delivery of systems engineering documentation, including presentations and reporting as required.
• Undertake audits, reports and present findings of designer, contractor, stakeholder and project team application and adherence to engineering processes and policies.
• Support the production of verification packages to facilitate turnover of completed telecom systems and facilities.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's or master’s degree in telecom engineering, with 10+ years of relevant experience in big infrastructure projects.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems design, specifically telecom such as wireless and access networks, data centers, backbone cabling, data networks etc.
• In-depth understanding of local and international electrical codes, particularly NFPA, IBC, Saudi Building Code, Communication, Space and Technology Commission (CST) regulations, and the various Service Providers coordination.
• Proven experience working on large-scale infrastructure, utility, or public event/venue projects.
• Experience working and coordinating with multiple design consultants in a high-performance, schedule-driven environment.
• Working knowledge of BIM platforms and coordination tools (Revit, Navisworks)
• Ability to review and validate electrical engineering documentation, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Previous experience in Saudi Arabia and knowledge of local permitting and authority engagement processes preferred.
• Excellent communication, and presentation skills in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, adapt to change, and resolve complex technical challenges proactively

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