Senior Principal Telecommunications Engineer - Offshore Communication Systems

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Worley Consulting is a global group of consultants, scientists, engineers, and digital experts dedicated to solving the world's critical infrastructure, environmental, energy, and resource challenges.

We partner with our customers to find solutions that create value over the life of their assets. We implement new technologies to run assets more efficiently, secure and safeguard social license, support local communities, and accelerate the energy transition.

We evaluate options and identify opportunities and risks to support our customers' decision making. We assist with asset strategy and selection, business case preparation, concept and feasibility studies, technology evaluation, energy strategies and asset operational excellence.

Purpose:

The primary purpose of the Senior Principal Telecommunication Engineer role specializing in Offshore Communication Systems shall be to serve as a Subject Matter Expert for offshore and marine communication systems supporting complex Oil & Gas production facilities, drilling platforms, FPSOs, and marine environments. This role provides technical leadership during all phases of design and supports construction and commissioning activities. The successful candidate will lead the engineering of critical communication, navigation, and safety systems including but not limited to 2-way radio, satellite communications, WIMAX, ship-to-shore links, GMDSS, meteorological system, lifeboat communication system, gyrocompass system, etc., ensuring safe, compliant and reliable operations in offshore environments.

This is a full-time hybrid position based at a Worley office in the United States: Houston, Texas or Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Other locations across the US and Canada will be considered.

Overall Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

Technical Leadership & Subject Matter Expertise:

• Lead the engineering design and integration of Offshore Communication Systems such as:

Marine & Navigation Systems: GMDSS, lifeboat comms, marine vessel tracking, offloading vessel position, RACON, ship collision avoidance radar.
Voice and Data Comms Systems: 2-way radio, VoIP, hotline telephone, Ship-to-shore link, MODU RF ESD System, VHF/UHF, WIMAX.
Monitoring & Wellfare: Meteorological and automatic weather observation systems, gyrocompass, helicopter monitoring, entertainment TV.
Core Comms Infrastructure: Fiber optic/ Structured Cabling, WAN/LAN/WLAN, GEO/LEO satellite, VSAT.
Safety & Security Systems: PAGA, access control and CCTV, intercoms, lifeboat comms.

Pre-FEED / FEED and Detailed Design:

• Define high-level architecture/topologies, block diagrams and physical infrastructure requirements.
• Develop basis of design, project philosophies and technology roadmaps.
• Estimate telecom infrastructure quantities, space and power requirements and development of associated reports.
• Produce engineering deliverables including design criteria and specifications, FEED-Level location layouts and cable routing plans, cabinet layouts, equipment room layouts, coverage studies and load list.
• Develop bill of materials, material take-offs and technical input to TIC Cost Estimates.
• Participate in Risk Assessments.
• Identify and coordinate connectivity requirements with Automation, Electrical, IT and other networks.
• Develop FEED Reports.
• Lead the development of IFC drawing packages including device location and cable routing layouts, schematics, termination diagrams, system wiring diagrams, cabinet details, floor plans, installation details, cable schedules, EWPs, CWPs, Vendor scope of work and material requisitions, etc.
• Review vendor documents and coordinate the development of vendor packages.
• Ensure constructability, maintainability and operability in all deliverables.

Multi-Discipline Coordination and Procurement Support:

• Interface with various project teams internal and external (Automation, Electrical, IT, Operations, Safety, etc.) to ensure alignment of Telecom infrastructure requirements and integration.
• Provide technical guidance to project managers, designers, drafters and junior engineers.
• Resolve engineering issues with stakeholders across client, vendor, EPC and construction contractors.
• Prepare and evaluate technical specifications, datasheets and material requisitions for telecom systems.
• Review vendor proposals and ensure compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Perform technical bid evaluations.
• Lead or participate in FATs, SATs, and inspections when required.

Construction and Commissioning Support:

• Provide technical assistance during construction and respond to RFIs.
• Review contractor installation procedures and test plans.
• Support commissioning team with system turn-up, testing and validation documentation.

Leadership and Client Engagement:

• Leverages and helps develop the diverse background and skills of people for the attainment of company goals.
• Plans and executes projects through teamwork with other departments and with outside organizations.
• Identifies gaps and builds an environment which has readily accessible knowledge and continuous learning.
• Support talent development and contribute to building discipline capability within the organization.
• Participate in communities of practice and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Support proposals and bids by preparing technical writeups, execution strategies, engineering estimates and risk assessments.
• Identify opportunities for technology optimization, standardization and cost improvements.
• Contribute to client presentations and demonstrations.

What you will bring

Technical and Industry Experience:

• Experience in Offshore Oil & Gas and other industrial operations: Mining, Oil & Gas, Power and Chemical industries.
• Expert in Offshore Telecommunication Systems design and implementation.
• Exposure to OT Networks, industrial networking, and integration with Automation systems.
• Familiarity with EPC/EPCM project delivery environments.
• Knowledgeable in UIT-T, UIT-R, TIA, IEEE, ISO/IEC, IMO, SOLAS, API, NFPA and CSA standards.
• Experienced in conceptual, basic and detailed engineering and implementation of high-availability telecom system architectures in offshore and industrial environments.
• Field Experience in deployment and/ or operations of telecommunication Systems.
• Field Experience in the commissioning of telecommunication Systems.
• Experience with various telecommunications systems and networking products.
• Experience in various phases of vendor and technology selection.
• Experience in inspection and testing of equipment (FAT, SAT and system walk-downs).
• Experience in equipment installation requirements.
• Fluent in English (read, write and speak).

Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multi-discipline teams.
• Proactive, detail-oriented and committed to high-quality work.

Education - Qualifications, Accreditation, Training:

• Recognized Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Telecommunications, Electrical, Electronics or related field from an accredited College or University.
• Must have or be eligible to obtain P.E. (U.S.) or a P.Eng. (Canada) license.
• PMP Certification or other forms of demonstrating project management training will be considered an asset.

Worley Consulting offers an excellent remuneration & benefits package, a friendly, professional, dynamic and flexible work environment along with the opportunity to develop your career prospects locally and internationally.

We strive to be an industry leader in health, safety and environmental performance. Our vision is to achieve zero harm to people and assets, and zero environmental incidents. We select people who share our values, beliefs and commitment to this vision and who demonstrate the expected behaviors, competencies and performance associated with their prospective roles within the company.

We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

Our policy is to conduct background checks for all candidates who accept an offer of employment with us.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Worley Group is an equal opportunity employer.