Principal Telecom Design Engineer

Job description / Role

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

About the Company

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 28,000 people performing diverse, complex and mission critical roles in 34 countries.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.