Specialist Telecom Engineer
About us
Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.
Position summary
The Specialist Telecom Engineer shall provide specialist engineering expertise for all telecommunication systems throughout concept, FEED, detailed engineering, EPC, construction, pre-commissioning and commissioning phases of major ADNOC offshore projects. The role is responsible for reviewing and ensuring EPC contractor engineering deliverables comply with ADNOC standards, international codes, cybersecurity requirements, project specifications, and industry best practices while supporting safe, reliable, and cost-effective project execution.
Key responsibilities
Provide specialist engineering support for offshore telecommunication systems during concept, FEED, detailed engineering and EPC phases.
Review, comment and approve EPC contractor telecom engineering deliverables in accordance with ADNOC standards and project specifications.
Ensure compliance with applicable international standards including IEC, ITU-T, TIA/EIA, IEEE, NFPA, ISO and ADNOC engineering standards.
Review telecom system architecture, network topology, equipment layouts and interface requirements.
Coordinate telecom engineering activities with instrumentation, electrical, process, mechanical, civil/structural and HSE disciplines.
Support technical evaluations, vendor document reviews and procurement activities.
Participate in HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, constructability, design reviews and project technical reviews.
Resolve technical queries, design deviations and concession requests raised by EPC contractors.
Support construction, installation, testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up activities.
Perform site visits and offshore surveys to verify installation quality and engineering compliance.
Monitor engineering progress and identify technical risks, proposing practical mitigation measures.
Ensure telecom systems satisfy functional, operational availability, reliability and maintainability requirements.
Support project close-out activities including review of as-built documentation and final dossiers.
Telecommunication systems
Provide engineering support for the following systems:
Fiber optic communication systems
Structured cabling system
LAN/WAN network infrastructure
Industrial ethernet network
Telephone system (IP telephony)
TETRA/UHF/VHF radio communication systems
Public address & general alarm (PAGA)
CCTV & video surveillance systems
Access control system
Intrusion detection system
Microwave communication system
VSAT and satellite communication systems
Master clock system
Data network & cybersecurity interfaces
Telecom equipment rooms and rack layouts
Deliverables review
Review and verify:
Telecom design basis
Telecom specifications
Telecom philosophy
Telecom architecture drawings
System block diagrams
Network topology diagrams
Fiber optic routing drawings
Cable schedules
Equipment layout drawings
Telecom equipment datasheets
Material requisitions (MR)
Technical bid evaluations (TBE)
Vendor documents
Installation details
As-built documentation
Minimum qualification & experience
A bachelor's degree in relevant engineering or equivalent from an accredited university with a minimum of fifteen (15+) years of relevant experience in the oil & gas or petrochemical industry.
Must have at least five (5) years of experience in similar position in a mega oil & gas or petrochemical projects.
Extensive experience in concept, FEED and EPC project execution.
ADNOC offshore project experience is required.
5+ GCC experience is required.
Experience in reviewing EPC contractor engineering deliverables.
Good knowledge of offshore telecom systems integration and industrial communication networks.
Experience in FAT, SAT, commissioning and start-up support is preferred.
Technical competencies
Offshore telecom engineering
Fiber optic network design
Industrial communication networks
IP networking
Telecom system integration
Cybersecurity awareness for industrial communication systems
Vendor package review
Engineering design review
Technical bid evaluation
Project coordination
Risk management
Construction support
Commissioning support
Software knowledge
MS Office suite
AutoCAD
SmartPlant / Hexagon tools (preferred)
AVEVA engineering tools (preferred)
Telecom network design software
Aconex / document management systems
Moving forward together
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.
And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.