Senior Designer Telecom

Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Woods Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonisation and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.

Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive renumeration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ service of our employees at 5 year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field
  
  

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and review telecom design deliverables in compliance with project specifications, standards, and client requirements.
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration of telecom systems within overall project design.
• Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, and material take-offs for telecom systems including fiber optics, structured cabling, and communication networks.
• Ensure designs meet constructability, safety, and quality standards while optimizing cost and efficiency.
• Provide technical support during procurement, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Participate in design reviews, resolve technical queries, and liaise with vendors for specialized telecom equipment.
• Maintain adherence to project schedules and deliverables, supporting timely completion of design packages.
• Contribute to HSE compliance and promote best practices throughout design development.
  
  

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, with at least 5 years in telecom design roles.
• Strong knowledge of telecom systems design for onshore projects; PMC experience on EPC projects is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in relevant design tools and software.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
  
  

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

---