Principal Telecoms Engineer

Principal Telecoms Engineer – Leatherhead

Bring your telecoms systems expertise to an 8‑month project supporting one of the world’s most recognised energy operators. Based full time on site in Leatherhead, this position is ideal for an experienced engineer ready to contribute to a high‑profile Saudi Aramco project, ensuring the reliability and quality of sophisticated telecom networks.


Salary
£55 per hour (Ltd company, Outside IR35 – subject to QDOS assessment)


Location and Working Pattern
Leatherhead, Surrey – full time on site (5 days per week)


Client Overview
Our client is a technical services specialist supporting international oil and gas engineering projects. They are currently engaged in a major Saudi Aramco initiative and require an accomplished telecoms professional to strengthen their project delivery team.


Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and reliable telecom system designs across multiple technologies.
• Produce block and schematic diagrams, cable schedules, equipment lists and datasheets.
• Develop interconnection drawings, cabinet layouts and material take‑offs (MTO).
• Support both greenfield and brownfield oil and gas projects.
• Provide technical input and documentation to meet project and client standards.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of telecom systems.
• Maintain a focus on quality and compliance throughout all project stages.

Must‑have Requirements

• Demonstrated experience producing technical documentation and drawings for brownfield oil and gas installations.
• Proven ability in designing and supporting telecom systems, including:
  • LAN/WAN and fibre optic cable networks
  • CCTV and access control systems
  • Public Address and General Alarm (PAGA), PABX and hotline systems
  • Wireless, microwave and TMR radio systems
• Prior experience working on Saudi Aramco projects.

Nice‑to‑have Skills

• Familiarity with international telecom design standards.
• Ability to coordinate with stakeholders across global engineering teams.
• Background in multidisciplinary project environments.

Apply Now If your experience aligns with this role, please apply today or send your CV to our recruitment team.

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