Principal Telecom Design Engineer

Title : Principal Telecom Design Engineer

Role Overview

The Senior Telecom Professional will lead the design, engineering, and implementation of advanced telecommunications and integrated security systems for oil & gas, petrochemical, and infrastructure projects. This role demands expertise in Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards (SAES) and High Commission for Industrial Security (HCIS) directives , ensuring compliance across all project phases from concept to commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Telecom Systems Design & Integration
• Develop philosophies, specifications, block diagrams, and datasheets for telecom systems including:
• Fiber Optic Networks (OSP / ISP)
• DWDM / SDH Transmission Systems
• IP Telephony, WLAN, Industrial Wi-Fi
• Public Address & General Alarm (PAGA), Paging & Siren Systems
• Radio Systems (TETRA, DMR)
• CCTV and Video Surveillance Integration
• Security Systems Compliance
• Prepare HCIS Stage 1-4 packages (Risk Assessment, Concept of Design, Preliminary & Detailed Design)
• Design and integrate security systems such as:
• Security Access Control System (SACS)
• Video Assessment & Surveillance Systems (VASS)
• Long-Range Detection & Assessment Systems (LRDAS)
• Microwave Intrusion Detection Systems (MIDS)
• Project Management
• Lead multi-discipline engineering teams for FEED, detailed design, and EPC phases.
• Coordinate with Aramco PMT, HCIS authorities, and vendors for compliance and approvals.
• Review IFC drawings, resolve technical queries (TQs), and manage design changes.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure adherence to Saudi Aramco standards, HCIS directives, and international codes (BICSI, NEC, NFPA).
Conduct internal audits for HCIS compliance prior to submission.
• Support FAT / SAT and commissioning activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunications / Electrical Engineering.
• 15+ years experience in telecom and security systems design for oil & gas projects.
• Proven track record in Saudi Aramco projects and HCIS compliance workflows.
• Certifications preferred : BICSI-RCDD , ASIS PSP , Saudi Council of Engineers registration .
• Strong knowledge of EPC / DB, PMCM, and GES+ project execution models.

Core Competencies

• Expertise in telecom network architecture and security integration.
• Familiarity with HCIS approval process and Aramco ISSD requirements.
• Ability to manage techno-commercial aspects and risk mitigation strategies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.