Position Summary

The Telecom Engineer is responsible for the installation, configuration, and commissioning of all telecommunications systems required to support substation operations and critical communications within the project. This includes radio systems, fiber optic networks, IP telephony, LAN/WAN infrastructure, and integration with SCADA and control systems. The role ensures that all telecom systems meet performance, redundancy, and cybersecurity standards as per the project’s technical requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the installation and termination of telecom equipment including routers, switches, fiber optic cables, patch panels, and antenna systems.
• Configure and test telecom infrastructure supporting voice, data, and SCADA communications.
• Implement and validate industrial network architecture (LAN/WAN) for remote sub-stations and field assets.
• Conduct link testing, signal quality checks, and verification of telecom alarms and redundancy paths.
• Coordinate with control and SCADA teams to ensure seamless data transmission to the control center.
• Ensure compliance with telecom performance requirements: latency, jitter, failover, and bandwidth.
• Integrate radio communication systems (UHF/VHF) and IP telephony in accordance with project standards.
• Support cybersecurity hardening for network devices as per IT/OT policies.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation including rack layouts, fiber schedules, IP plans, and cable routing.
• Liaise with vendors, subcontractors, and utility ICT representatives during installation and commissioning phases.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering.
• Years of Experience
  • Minimum 4–6 years of experience in telecom engineering, ideally in infrastructure or energy projects.
• Industry Exposure
  • Experience in oil & gas, substations, or industrial automation projects involving telecom and SCADA integration.
• Technical Tool/Software Proficiency
  • Network configuration tools (e.g., Cisco, HP, or equivalent)
  • Fiber test tools (OTDR, power meters)
  • IP addressing and VLAN management platforms
  • Microsoft Office Suite
• Technical Skills
  • Strong understanding of telecom systems: fiber optics, IP telephony, UHF/VHF radios, and industrial Ethernet.
  • Experience with fiber termination, splicing, and testing procedures.
  • Familiarity with SCADA and control network communication protocols (Modbus TCP/IP, IEC 61850, DNP3).
  • Knowledge of structured cabling standards and best practices for equipment room layouts.
  • Basic understanding of cybersecurity measures in industrial network design.
• Personal Attributes
  • Excellent field coordination and hands-on problem-solving ability.
  • Attention to detail and structured documentation habits.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Safety-aware and compliant with site HSE policies.
  • Proactive and flexible in adapting to technical and environmental challenges.
• Preferred Additional Qualifications
  • Previous experience with Schneider Electric telecom or SCADA integration.
  • Certification in fiber optic installation or network design (e.g., CCNA, FOA).
  • Fluency in English required; French or Swahili is a plus.

• Supervise the installation and termination of telecom equipment including routers, switches, fiber optic cables, patch panels, and antenna systems.
• Configure and test telecom infrastructure supporting voice, data, and SCADA communications.
• Implement and validate industrial network architecture (LAN/WAN) for remote sub-stations and field assets.
• Conduct link testing, signal quality checks, and verification of telecom alarms and redundancy paths.
• Coordinate with control and SCADA teams to ensure seamless data transmission to the control center.
• Ensure compliance with telecom performance requirements: latency, jitter, failover, and bandwidth.
• Integrate radio communication systems (UHF/VHF) and IP telephony in accordance with project standards.
• Support cybersecurity hardening for network devices as per IT/OT policies.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation including rack layouts, fiber schedules, IP plans, and cable routing.
• Liaise with vendors, subcontractors, and utility ICT representatives during installation and commissioning phases.

• Strong understanding of telecom systems: fiber optics, IP telephony, UHF/VHF radios, and industrial Ethernet.
• Experience with fiber termination, splicing, and testing procedures.
• Familiarity with SCADA and control network communication protocols (Modbus TCP/IP, IEC 61850, DNP3).
• Knowledge of structured cabling standards and best practices for equipment room layouts.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity measures in industrial network design.

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering.
• Minimum 4–6 years of experience in telecom engineering, ideally in infrastructure or energy projects.
• Experience in oil & gas, substations, or industrial automation projects involving telecom and SCADA integration.