Principal Telecommunications Engineer
Building on our past. Ready for the future
Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.
Primary objective
Candidate will be responsible and accountable for the overall and detailed engineering design, associated calculations and specifications of telecommunication configuration/equipment used on the offshore oil/gas facilities. Candidate shall be knowledgeable to review and check engineering documents prepared by consultants/contractors/suppliers and thereafter make sound recommendations suitable to the overall design.
It is a definite advantage for candidate to have experience in witnessing and approving FATs (Factory Acceptance Tests) and SATs (Site Acceptance Tests) for instrumentation items.
Specific Accountabilities:
- Design and selection of telecommunication equipment used on the offshore oil and gas facilities digital microwave radio, fibre optic cables including submarine cables, VSAT satellite system, auxiliary radios (HF SSB, VHF/UHF, AM NDB systems, RACON, trunk radio, PA and alarm systems and CCTV system.
- Use of codes, standards and practice applicable to the design and installation of telecommunication (eg. CCITT, CCIR, ISA, ANSI, AGA and IEC codes etc.,)
- Co-ordinate all telecommunication design and development work in connection with new projects and modifications to existing installations and provide advice during construction/equipment and ensure compliance with the design, codes and standards.
- Provide professional advice in the selection of equipment and materials for new projects and replacements in existing installations.
Worley, Vision, Purpose & Values
- Understands and communicates Worley’s Vision, Purpose & Values and translates the strategy into practical goals and objectives for self and team members
Quality Assurance
- Work within the provisions and guidelines of the Quality Assurance systems.
Safety
- Responsible for personal safety and working within the Occupational Health & Safety procedures.
- Competent in implementing HSE in the design process, focuses on process safety and strives to use best practice
Job - Specific Knowledge:
- Thorough knowledge of codes, standards and practice applicable to the design and installation of instruments (eg API, ISA, ANSI, AGA, ISO and IEC codes etc.)
- Thorough knowledge on the selection of equipment and materials for new projects and replacement in existing installation.
- Extensive experience in the design of microprocessor-based equipment such as SCADA/DCS, ESD, IPS Fire & Gas Detection, Fire Protection Systems, metering, WHCP, etc.
Qualifications - Internal
Industry Specific Experience:
- Sound practical experience in design and installation of telecommunication systems for offshore oil/gas industry.
- Must have sound offshore experience of at least 15 years involving complex greenfield development projects
- Must have design experience within the oil and gas industry, with last 5 years’ at least, leading a team of discipline engineers and designers
- Extensive technical, practical and leadership experience in the Telecom discipline in the same or similar industry, including experience managing and leading multi-disciplinary projects and teams.
Education – Qualifications, Accreditation, Training:
- Full-Time Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering from an accredited university
- MME (Ministry of Municipality and Environment) engineering accreditation is a mandatory requirement. Candidates not holding this accreditation must be willing to achieve this within the probationary period.
- Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status or undertaking the same will be an advantage
People Skills:
- Able to work in diverse team.
- Builds appropriate, constructive, and effective business relationships throughout the organization.
- Communicates in English clearly, accurately, and consistently both verbally and in written matters.
- Employs the principles of active listening and encourages feedback from others.
Other:
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including the ability to convey information and ideas to individuals and groups, and make presentations when required.
- Demonstrates enthusiasm, persistence and tenacity.
- Demonstrates initiative and a willingness to learn and continuously improve on performance.
- Able to work on multiple projects of various size and complexity.
- Able to work effectively in small to large multi-disciplinary teams and share and transfer knowledge within teams.
Moving forward together
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 law.
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.
Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.