Lead CIC Telecom Engineer

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Job Description Summary

In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for the Engineering & Field Services of the Telecom Equipment, Telecom Network and NMS including (MPLS-TP, SDH, PDH, Optical Boosters, GPS Synchro Systems, Tele-protection, PLC (Power Line Carrier), PABX, IP Phones Gateways, IP Routers, L2/L3 Switches, NMS systems, 48VDC System). He will closely coordinate his activities with GE sales, Tendering, Project management, DCS/CCS/Protection Engineering team, Application, and After Sales. This position will report to GA NAFT Engineering & Field Services leader.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

·  Responsible for the Engineering & Field Services of the Telecom Equipment, Telecom Network and NMS including (MPLS-TP, SDH, PDH, Optical Boosters, GPS Synchro Systems, Tele-protection, PLC (Power Line Carrier), PABX, IP Phones Gateways, IP Routers, L2/L3 Switches, NMS systems, 48VDC System)
·  Take the complete ownership of technical activities for assigned projects (Site Survey, Engineering, Design, Traffic Migration Planning, Ordering Material, follow up material delivery, Follow Up and Support Panels Integration, Pre-FAT Internal Validation, FAT with customer, Supervise Site installations, Conduct Site testing and commissioning, Site Red mark-up and As Built Drawings, system troubleshooting and rectification).
·  Analyze customer requirements & specifications to propose innovative and cost-effective solutions.
·  Generate Purchase Requests for Materials required under the project with technical description.
·  Participate with Project manager in customer, end user, subcontractor, and internal meetings.
·  Project planning to ensure timely achievement of project milestones as per project schedule.
·  Manage project document flow.
·  Follow the departments standard design process and contribute to continuously improving it.
·  Co-ordination with the integration team at the Integration Facility to ensure smooth operation of integration activity with relation to materials and documentation.
·  Lead and conduct Pre-FAT Internal Validation and FAT with customer.
·  Lead and conduct Site installations supervision, Site testing and commissioning, Site Red mark-up and As Built Drawings, system troubleshooting and rectification.
·  Support Sales and Tendering team - Study customer’s technical & commercial requirements. Support Management during contract negotiation
·  Deliver Customer trainings with high customer-satisfaction.

Required Qualifications:

·  Bachelor's degree (5 Years University Education) in Telecommunications Engineering from an accredited university.
·  Minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering and commissioning of Utility Communication systems (SDH, PDH, Optical Boosters, GPS Synchro Systems, Tele-protection, PLC (Power Line Carrier), PABX, IP Phones Gateways, IP Routers, L2/L3 Switches, NMS systems, 48VDC System) in the Power Transmission Grid.
·  Minimum of 3 years recent experience in OEM Company / System Integrator Company / or EPC Company.
·  Minimum of 1 year experience in engineering and commissioning of MPLS-TP equipment and its NMS.
·  Practical experience in Utility Communication systems engineering, product selections, Network Planning, Equipment Configuration, Solution Validation, FAT, site installations supervision, Site testing and commissioning, as well as system troubleshooting and rectification.
·  Strong understanding of Algeria customer solutions / products specifications.
·  Good knowledge of IT/OT Networking. CCNA certified or equivalent will be preferred.
·  knowledge of Cyber security solutions implementation in the field of Utility Communication.
·  Good knowledge and use of CAD software’s such as AutoCAD, MS-VISIO.
·  Excellent in MS-Office package (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
·  Ability and willingness to travel inside and outside Algeria up to 50%, as required.
·  Fluent in English, French and Arabic languages. (oral, reading and writing)
·  Preferred to have knowledge of integrating the supported devices with Substation Automation System through IEC61850 protocol.
·  Preferred to have knowledge of communication protocols such as  MODBUS, IEC 101/104 & T103.

Desired Characteristics:

·  Strong interpersonal and interpersonal and leadership skills.
·  Strong analytical skills to quickly understand and guide solutions to customer issues.
·  Strong problem-solving skills, with an emphasis on innovative and creative solutions that result in higher profitability, increased visibility & market penetration.
·  Strong written & verbal communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders
·  Strong presentation and training skills.
·  Professional experience with Algerian customers within utility and oil & gas customers, EPCs, OEMs and system integrators
·  Proactive work style, creativity, high energy, Strong teamworking skills.
·  Fast learner, willing to learn new technologies improve his technical capabilities.
·  Strong Time Management skills, and ability to work under stress and react positively to sudden requests from internal and external customers and stakeholders.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes