Telecom lead engineer

Job Title: Telecom Lead Engineer Location: Oman Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Telecom Lead Engineer to lead and manage telecommunications activities during the pre‑commissioning and commissioning phases of a large‑scale industrial facility. The role will involve overseeing telecom systems installation, completion, testing, integration, and handover to operations, ensuring full compliance with project specifications, international standards, and safety requirements. The successful candidate will act as the technical authority for telecom discipline activities on site, coordinating closely with engineering, construction, commissioning, vendors, and operations teams. Key Responsibilities Engineering & Technical Leadership Lead all telecommunications scope during pre‑commissioning and commissioning phases Review and validate telecom engineering deliverables, including: network architecture and system layouts, telecom block diagrams and schematics, fiber optic, structured cabling, and routing drawings Ensure systems are installed, tested, and commissioned in line with project specifications, approved drawings and procedures, and applicable international standards (IEC, ITU‑T, ISO, IEEE)Systems Scope Telecom network infrastructure (LAN/WAN, IP/MPLS where applicable)Fiber optic and copper cabling systems Telephone systems (PABX / IP telephony)CCTV and video surveillance systems Access control and security systems Public Address & General Alarm (PAGA) systems Radio systems (TETRA / UHF / VHF, where applicable)Data and server room equipment (racks, switches, UPS interfaces)Pre‑Commissioning & Commissioning Activities Develop and review pre‑commissioning check sheets Develop and review commissioning procedures and test scripts Lead telecom system testing activities such as: point‑to‑point testing, loop checks, network performance and redundancy tests, system integration tests Coordinate vendor attendance and factory acceptance / site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT) support Monitor commissioning progress and proactively resolve technical issues Site Coordination & Management Act as single point of contact for telecom discipline on site Coordinate daily activities with: construction teams, commissioning teams, other engineering disciplines, client/operations representatives (without naming entities)Manage and support telecom engineers and technicians on site Participate in site walkdowns, punch listing, and system handover activities Quality, Safety & Compliance Ensure compliance with project HSE requirements, company quality standards, and telecommunications industry best practices Support preparation of telecom dossiers, test records, and handover documentation Close out punch items and support final system acceptance Interface & Reporting Report to the Commissioning Manager / Engineering Manager Interface closely with: electrical, instrumentation, and automation teams, IT / cybersecurity stakeholders (if applicable), vendors and system integrators Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical / Electronics Engineering, or related discipline Relevant professional certifications (preferred but not mandatory)Minimum 10–15 years of experience in telecommunications engineering Proven experience as Telecom Lead Engineer on large industrial projects, preferably in Oil & Gas, LNG, Petrochemical, Power, or heavy industrial facilities Strong hands‑on experience in pre‑commissioning and commissioning phases Prior site‑based project experience in the Middle East is highly desirable

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