Telecom Engineer

About the Role

ALSTOM Transmission & Distribution is seeking a Telecom Engineer to join their team in Riyadh. This full-time position is suitable for candidates with 0-1 years of experience, focusing on the design and delivery of advanced railway telecommunications systems. The role involves contributing to solutions that enhance connectivity and efficiency within transportation infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of railway telecommunications systems.
• Prepare system architecture, network topology, and technical solutions.
• Design various Telecom sub-systems, including Fiber Optic Backbone (CTN), CCTV, Public Address System (PAS), Passenger Information Display Systems (PIDS), Access Control Systems (ACS), Radio Communications (TETRA/GSM-R/LTE/NR), Telephony (TEL), Master Clock (MCS), and Intercom (ETEL).
• Prepare and review design reports, Interface Control Documents (ICD), System Architecture Drawings, Single Line Diagrams (SLD), Cable Routing Plans, Equipment Layout Drawings, Bill of Quantities (BOQ), Material Submittals, and PBS/WBS.
• Coordinate telecom interfaces with systems such as signaling, SCADA, power supply, trackwork, rolling stock, building management systems (BMS), civil works, cybersecurity, quality & risk management, and RAMS.
• Review partner submittals, RFIs, and drawings to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Prepare and/or review Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT) procedures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Ensure adherence to international railway standards and telecom systems integration best practices.
• Manage stakeholders and maintain clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Daily Operations

On a day-to-day basis, the Telecom Engineer will work closely with various business teams, including Signaling Systems, SCADA Systems, Power Supply Systems, Trackwork, Rolling Stock, Building Management Systems, Civil Engineering, and Cybersecurity. This involves preparing and reviewing technical documentation and ensuring the seamless integration of telecom interfaces across projects.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 0-1 years of experience or understanding of railway telecommunications systems design and delivery.
• Knowledge of international railway standards and telecom systems integration.
• Familiarity with multidisciplinary project coordination in railway infrastructure.

Required Skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in preparing system architecture, network topology, and technical solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in diverse, cross-functional teams.
• Resilience and adaptability in dynamic project environments.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the qualifications and are interested in contributing to advanced railway telecommunications systems are encouraged to apply.