Telecom Engineer

Job Description

Hill International provides program, project, and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across the world. Our services include cost engineering and estimating, quality assurance, inspection, scheduling, risk management, and claims avoidance. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at .

Responsibilities

Design & Engineering

• Review and consent to the developed telecom system architecture for facilities including:
  • Voice and data communication (IP PBX, LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi)
  • Public Address and General Alarm (PAGA) systems
  • CCTV and security systems
  • VHF/UHF radio systems and marine communication
  • VSAT and fiber‑optic backbone infrastructure
  • Telephone exchanges, intercom, and telecom cabling infrastructure
• Review and consent to the prepared technical specifications, datasheets, drawings, and network topologies.
• Coordinate telecom system requirements with control systems (DCS, ESD, SCADA) and safety systems (F&G, HVAC).

Standards & Compliance

• Ensure designs meet industry standards (IEC, ITU, NFPA, ISO, API, NORSOK, and client‑specific specifications).
• Ensure that designed telecom systems are suitable for hazardous areas (ATEX/IECEx zones) and that equipment is certified.
• Ensure cybersecurity measures are considered in all communication networks.

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Prepare telecom equipment Material Requisitions (MRs) and Technical Bid Evaluations (TBEs).
• Review vendor drawings, schematics, and compliance documents.
• Participate in FATs (Factory Acceptance Tests) and ensure proper configuration and integration.

Construction & Commissioning Support

• Supervise installation, termination, and testing of telecom cabling, antennas, devices, and racks.
• Perform Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), system integration, and commissioning activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve telecom issues during startup and operational readiness testing.

Operations & Maintenance Support

• Support plant operations with telecom system upgrades, troubleshooting, and configuration changes.
• Maintain telecom documentation including network diagrams, IP address allocations, and user manuals.
• Ensure telecom systems remain operable, secure, and aligned with operational requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc) in Automation & Control Engineering from an accredited university.
• Work experience of ten (10) years in the sought discipline after earning the BSc degree.
• Excellent spoken and written English including proven ability to write specifications and reports.
• Strong knowledge of telecom protocols, radio frequency planning, network design, and signal integrity.
• Familiarity with PAGA, CCTV, IP networking, fibre optics, and structured cabling.
• Understanding of telecom integration with emergency and control systems.
• Competency in telecom network simulation and configuration tools.
• Effective communication, vendor coordination, and problem‑solving skills.