LEAD TELECOM FIELD ENGINEER
Duncan & Ross Consulting · Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Apply & track with Apply EdgeWe are seeking an experienced Lead Telecom Field Engineer to support construction, installation, testing, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities for telecom systems on a major ADNOC Onshore project. The successful candidate will provide on-site technical support, resolve field engineering issues, ensure compliance with project specifications and ADNOC standards, and coordinate with engineering, construction, QA/QC, commissioning, vendors, and client representatives.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide field engineering support for telecom systems during construction, installation, testing, and commissioning.Review and resolve site technical queries (TQs), field change requests (FCRs), and non-conformance reports (NCRs).Ensure telecom installation activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, project procedures, and ADNOC standards.Coordinate with engineering, construction, QA/QC, vendors, commissioning teams, and client representatives to resolve site issues.Review telecom layouts, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, loop diagrams, equipment layouts, and installation drawings.Supervise installation, termination, testing, and commissioning of telecom systems.Support system walkdowns, punch listing, mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities.Verify field modifications and ensure accurate as-built documentation is prepared.Monitor subcontractor activities and provide technical guidance to site engineers and supervisors.Attend client meetings and provide technical clarifications on telecom-related issues.Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSE requirements and project quality standards.Coordinate with vendors during Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and system integration activities.KEY QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's Degree in Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.Minimum 12–15 years of Oil & Gas experience.Minimum 5 years of experience as a Lead Telecom Field Engineer or Senior Telecom Field Engineer.Mandatory experience on ADNOC Onshore EPC projects.Strong experience in construction support, field engineering, installation, pre-commissioning, and commissioning of telecom systems.Hands-on experience with the installation and commissioning of: Public Address & General Alarm (PA/GA), Telephone Systems, CCTV, Access Control System (ACS), Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Structured Cabling Systems, Fiber Optic Networks, LAN/WAN Networks, Radio Communication Systems (VHF/UHF/TETRA), Microwave Communication Systems, IP Telephony, Network Infrastructure, Time Synchronization SystemsStrong understanding of telecom drawings, cable routing, equipment installation, and network integration.Familiarity with international standards such as IEC, ITU, IEEE, TIA/EIA, NFPA, and ADNOC Engineering Standards.Excellent troubleshooting, coordination, leadership, and communication skills.Experience working within multidisciplinary EPC project teams.Previous experience on ADNOC Brownfield or Greenfield Onshore projects.Experience supporting commissioning, system integration, and plant start-up activities.Experience coordinating with telecom equipment vendors during installation and commissioning.VERTICALENGINEERING