Senior Transport Consultant (Microwave)

Business Posting Location will be Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Position Objectives:

• Hiring for Senior Transport Consultant to join our network team within a telecom operator environment.
• Responsible for overseeing day-to-day design activities, coordinating with multiple vendors, and ensuring that all microwave links are planned, designed, and maintained in line with defined standards and requirements.
• Support live network operations, expansions, and upgrades across the transmission infrastructure.

Job Description & Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and design of access transport network infrastructure (fiber, microwave, wireless) to support current and future service demands.
• Analyze network requirements and develop detailed, scalable, and reliable access transport solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Prepare accurate Bill of Quantities (BOQ) documents, including material lists, specifications, and cost estimates to support procurement and deployment.
• Ensure all network designs adhere to technical standards, industry best practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with multiple vendors to review, validate, and approve their proposed designs.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as RF engineers, core network teams, operations, and vendors to facilitate seamless integration.
• Monitor daily microwave design-related tasks and address any issues impacting project timelines.
• Analyze link performance and propose enhancements or reconfigurations when needed.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff and engineering teams.
• Participate in capacity planning exercises and contribute to long-term network infrastructure strategies.
• Maintain and update the design database, ensuring accurate records of implemented changes.
• Participate in regular meetings with vendors and internal teams to track progress and resolve blockers.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and operational requirements in all designs.
• Experience working directly within an operator environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills for managing vendor relations and internal communications.
• Familiarity with database management and version control for network design data.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle simultaneous tasks effectively.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 15+ years of experience in microwave design and planning, preferably within a telecom operator.
• Expertise in mobile and transport telecommunication systems.
• Strong capabilities in planning and budget control, with a focus on cost-saving and revenue improvement.
• Hands-on experience with design tools such as Teoco Connect, Pathloss, or equivalent.
• Proven experience in multi-vendor environments (e.g., Ericsson, Huawei, Nokia, ZTE, Aviat).
• Excellent understanding of RF fundamentals, link budget analysis, frequency planning, and E-band/long-haul technologies.
• Strong documentation and report-writing skills & consultation skills for new technologies.
• Excellent command of the English language (both written and spoken); proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable