Telecommunication Engineer

About the Company

Saipem is an international engineering and construction organization delivering large-scale projects across the energy and infrastructure space, both offshore and onshore. Structured as a single company with multiple business lines, it operates in Asset Based Services, Drilling, Energy Carriers, Offshore Wind, Sustainable Infrastructures, and Robotics & Industrialized Solutions. The company focuses on innovation and supports clients in the energy transition toward Net Zero through digital tools, technologies, and environmentally conscious processes. It is listed on the Milan Stock Exchange, operates in more than 50 countries, and employs around 30,000 people representing over 130 nationalities.

Role Overview

Saipem Qatar is looking for a Telecommunication Engineer to join the Engineering Fixed Facilities Department and report to the Telecommunication and Instrumentation Manager. This role contributes to the delivery of telecommunication engineering work across project phases, from studies and estimation through execution, construction, and commissioning support.

Core Responsibilities

The position covers technical engineering activities assigned by the Telecommunication Lead or Project Discipline Lead, including design, review, validation, testing, and overall engineering support for telecommunication systems. The engineer will also work closely with other project specialists and designers, while coordinating activities carried out by both internal and external teams.

Project and Execution Duties

• Carry out assigned technical work within the telecommunication discipline while ensuring compliance with QA/QC and HSE standards.
• Support feasibility studies and commercial or bidding activities by preparing quantities for telecommunication systems cost and erection estimates.
• Assist the Discipline Lead in defining man-hours and cost estimates.
• Review client technical documents, specifications, and project requirements.
• Set the engineering design basis and related guidelines for telecommunication work.
• Coordinate subcontracted engineering tasks and verify subcontractor deliverables.
• Prepare technical documents for telecommunication material and service requisitions, and complete technical evaluations following internal procedures.
• Provide technical assistance to the wider project team.
• Optimize telecommunication system design to keep cost and complexity low while remaining compliant with contract and safety requirements.
• Prepare functional specifications and equipment data sheets for telecommunication systems.
• Validate vendor bills of quantities.
• Coordinate detailed engineering activities and ensure installation drawings are properly defined.
• Take part in FAT activities and vendor workshops.
• Support site acceptance testing and functional checks.
• Assist the construction team with technical and engineering input.
• Perform site engineering tasks during construction and commissioning.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in Telecommunication Engineering is preferred.
• More than 5 years of EPC experience, with strong expertise in telecommunication and instrumentation.
• Strong command of English.
• Experience with EPC project environments and related company procedures.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.
• Ability to provide technical support and work with bidding methods, standards, codes, and regulations.
• Working knowledge of design criteria and engineering guidelines.
• Practical knowledge of telecommunication systems, 2D and 3D modelling, and electronic document management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.
• Advanced Excel capability.

Offer and Working Conditions

• This is a permanent contract tied to a project-based position.
• A comprehensive corporate benefits package is provided.
• Standard working time is 45 hours per week, arranged as 9 hours per day over 5 days.
• Work location is Doha, Qatar.
• The role supports professional development, career growth, collaboration, and innovation through Saipem’s One Saipem Way approach.

Additional Information

Saipem encourages interested candidates to apply even if they do not match the role perfectly, particularly if they believe they can contribute to future business development. The company values diversity, inclusion, mutual respect, and collaboration, and believes different perspectives strengthen progress. Health, safety, and sustainability are key priorities, especially in demanding operating environments where protecting people and the ecosystem is essential.

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