Senior Telecom Engineer
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About the Role
Bechtel Corporation is seeking a Senior Telecom Engineer for the Expo 2030 Riyadh infrastructure program. The role involves supervising and managing telecom design including wireless, access networks, data centers, and security systems.
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Responsibilities
- Supervise and manage the customer designers and contractors in the delivery of infrastructure telecom systems design
- Review technical submissions from designers and contractors relating to telecom systems
- Support Contracts & Procurement in the delivery of design to support procurement and post tender technical evaluation
- Monitor and report on the progress and performance of the customer’s designers and contractors
- Coordinate with Stakeholder Management team to ensure timely permits and approvals
- Support Construction & Quality delivery teams during execution of works
- Support Start Up/Commissioning team from the outset
- Coordinate telecom systems design with other project disciplines
- Liaise with customer representatives as subject matter expert
- Undertake audits, reports and present findings of designer, contractor, stakeholder and project team application
Requirements
- Bachelor's or master's degree in telecom engineering
- 10+ years of relevant experience in big infrastructure projects
- Strong technical knowledge of telecom systems design (wireless, access networks, data centers, backbone cabling, data networks)
- In depth understanding of local and international electrical codes (NFPA, IBC, Saudi Building Code, CST regulations)
- Proven experience working on large scale infrastructure, utility, or public event/venue projects
- Working knowledge of BIM platforms and coordination tools (Revit, Navisworks)
- Ability to review and validate electrical engineering documentation, drawings, and technical specifications
- Excellent communication and presentation skills in English
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Project Overview
- Expo 2030 Riyadh is a global platform where countries, organizations, and individuals will come together to collaborate.
- Under the theme “Foresight for Tomorrow,” the Expo promotes sustainable development, innovation, and transformative thinking.
- The event will be held from October 2030 to March 2031 and is expected to welcome over 40 million visits.
- The 6 km² Masterplan outlines a comprehensive framework for participation and infrastructure at the Expo.
Job Summary
- In this role, you will report to the Electrical Design manager and be accountable for supervising and managing the work of the customer’s designers and contractors in the concept masterplan and delivery of design for the telecom design such as wireless and access networks, data centers, backbone cab
- You will prepare estimates, work plans, progress reports and assist with the tender, evaluation and award recommendations for the MEP contractor(s).
Major Responsibilities
- Supervision and management of the customer designers and contractors in the delivery of infrastructure electrical systems design.
- Review of technical submissions from designers and contractors relating to telecom systems.
- Support to Contracts & Procurement in the delivery of design to support procurement and post tender technical evaluation and award recommendations.
- Monitoring & reporting on the progress and performance of the customer’s designers and contractors.
- Coordination with the Stakeholder Management team to ensure that all required permits and approvals are achieved in a timely manner throughout the Project life cycle.
- Support to Construction & Quality delivery teams during the execution of the works relating to infrastructure electrical systems, including resolution of requests for information, field change requests, non conformance reports and work inspection requests.
- Support to Start Up/Commissioning team from the outset to ensure that start up/commissioning and hand over requirements are addressed early in the design process and support the conduct of testing and commissioning during the execution of the works.
- Coordinate Telecom systems design with other project disciplines, review project design criteria, vendor submissions, construction inspection records and startup test reports.
- Coordinate telecom systems design integration across numerous contracts, work packages and stakeholders.
- Liaison with customer representatives as subject matter expert and accountable person for delivery of systems engineering documentation, including presentations and reporting as required.
- Undertake audits, reports and present findings of designer, contractor, stakeholder and project team application and adherence to engineering processes and policies.
- Support the production of verification packages to facilitate turnover of completed telecom systems and facilities.
Education And Experience Requirements
- Requires bachelor's or master’s degree in telecom engineering, with 10+ years of relevant experience in big infrastructure projects.
Required Knowledge And Skills
- Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems design, specifically telecom such as wireless and access networks, data centers, backbone cabling, data networks etc.
- In depth understanding of local and international electrical codes, particularly NFPA, IBC, Saudi Building Code, Communication, Space and Technology Commission (CST) regulations, and the various Service Providers coordination.
- Proven experience working on large scale infrastructure, utility, or public event/venue projects.
- Experience working and coordinating with multiple design consultants in a high performance, schedule driven environment.
- Working knowledge of BIM platforms and coordination tools (Revit, Navisworks).
- Ability to review and validate electrical engineering documentation, drawings, and technical specifications.
- Previous experience in Saudi Arabia and knowledge of local permitting and authority engagement processes preferred.
- Excellent communication, and presentation skills in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage.
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, adapt to change, and resolve complex technical challenges proactively.
Total Rewards/Benefits
- For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond!
- Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.
- Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth.
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