Lead Telecom Engineer - Critical Infrastructure Communications

SummaryIn this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for the Engineering & Field Services of the Telecom Equipment, Telecom Network and NMS including (MPLS-TP, SDH, PDH, Optical Boosters, GPS Synchro Systems, Tele-protection, PLC (Power Line Carrier), PABX, IP Phones Gateways, IP Routers, L2/L3 Switches, NMS systems, 48VDC System). He will closely coordinate his activities with GE sales, Tendering, Project management, DCS/CCS/Protection Engineering team, Application, and After Sales. This position will report to GA NAFT Engineering & Field Services leader.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

Responsible for the Engineering & Field Services of the Telecom Equipment, Telecom Network and NMS including (MPLS-TP, SDH, PDH, Optical Boosters, GPS Synchro Systems, Tele-protection, PLC (Power Line Carrier), PABX, IP Phones Gateways, IP Routers, L2/L3 Switches, NMS systems, 48VDC System)

Take the complete ownership of technical activities for assigned projects (Site Survey, Engineering, Design, Traffic Migration Planning, Ordering Material, follow up material delivery, Follow Up and Support Panels Integration, Pre-FAT Internal Validation, FAT with customer, Supervise Site installations, Conduct Site testing and commissioning, Site Red mark-up and As Built Drawings, system troubleshooting and rectification).

Analyze customer requirements & specifications to propose innovative and cost-effective solutions.

Generate Purchase Requests for Materials required under the project with technical description.

Participate with Project manager in customer, end user, subcontractor, and internal meetings.

Project planning to ensure timely achievement of project milestones as per project schedule.

Manage project document flow.

Follow the departments standard design process and contribute to continuously improving it.

Co-ordination with the integration team at the Integration Facility to ensure smooth operation of integration activity with relation to materials and documentation.

Lead and conduct Pre-FAT Internal Validation and FAT with customer.

Lead and conduct Site installations supervision, Site testing and commissioning, Site Red mark-up and As Built Drawings, system troubleshooting and rectification.

Support Sales and Tendering team - Study customer’s technical & commercial requirements. Support Management during contract negotiation

Deliver Customer trainings with high customer-satisfaction.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree (5 Years University Education) in Telecommunications Engineering from an accredited university.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering and commissioning of Utility Communication systems (SDH, PDH, Optical Boosters, GPS Synchro Systems, Tele-protection, PLC (Power Line Carrier), PABX, IP Phones Gateways, IP Routers, L2/L3 Switches, NMS systems, 48VDC System) in the Power Transmission Grid.

Minimum of 3 years recent experience in OEM Company / System Integrator Company / or EPC Company.

Minimum of 1 year experience in engineering and commissioning of MPLS-TP equipment and its NMS.

Practical experience in Utility Communication systems engineering, product selections, Network Planning, Equipment Configuration, Solution Validation, FAT, site installations supervision, Site testing and commissioning, as well as system troubleshooting and rectification.

Strong understanding of Algeria customer solutions / products specifications.

Good knowledge of IT/OT Networking. CCNA certified or equivalent will be preferred.

knowledge of Cyber security solutions implementation in the field of Utility Communication.

Good knowledge and use of CAD software’s such as AutoCAD, MS-VISIO.

Excellent in MS-Office package (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).

Ability and willingness to travel inside and outside Algeria up to 50%, as required.

Fluent in English, French and Arabic languages. (oral, reading and writing)

Preferred to have knowledge of integrating the supported devices with Substation Automation System through IEC61850 protocol.

Preferred to have knowledge of communication protocols such as MODBUS, IEC 101/104 & T103.

Desired Characteristics:

Strong interpersonal and interpersonal and leadership skills.

Strong analytical skills to quickly understand and guide solutions to customer issues.

Strong problem-solving skills, with an emphasis on innovative and creative solutions that result in higher profitability, increased visibility & market penetration.

Strong written & verbal communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders

Strong presentation and training skills.

Professional experience with Algerian customers within utility and oil & gas customers, EPCs, OEMs and system integrators

Proactive work style, creativity, high energy, Strong teamworking skills.

Fast learner, willing to learn new technologies improve his technical capabilities.

Strong Time Management skills, and ability to work under stress and react positively to sudden requests from internal and external customers and stakeholders.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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