Principal Telecom Design Engineer at KBR, Inc.

Al Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Telecommunications, Security Systems Design, Project Management, Compliance, Risk Assessment, Fiber Optic Networks, IP Telephony, CCTV Integration, High Commission for Industrial Security, Saudi Aramco Standards, Technical Queries Management, Stakeholder Coordination, EPC Phases, Internal Audits, Telecom Network Architecture, Security Integration

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Title: Principal Telecom Design Engineer 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. KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver. Fraud Alert Fraud has infiltrated the job placement market via the internet, email and direct phone contact. Attempts have included unauthorized use of KBR’s name and logo to solicit potential job seekers or to extend false job offers. Bad actors may mix in fake job advertisements with legitimate postings. These ads can include contact instructions and require job seekers to send sensitive personal information or money to pay for visa applications, processing fees, etc., in exchange for consideration for a high-paying position. KBR will never ask for any sort of advance payment as part of the recruiting/hiring process. Candidate profiles are carefully managed to protect personal information.

Responsibilities

The Principal Telecom Design Engineer will lead the design, engineering, and implementation of advanced telecommunications and integrated security systems for various projects. This includes ensuring compliance with Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards and managing multi-discipline engineering teams throughout project phases.