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Telecom - Consultant

Wood

Office

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Full Time

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

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced Telecom - Consultant - Offshore with extensive experience in the Oil & Gas sector for Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

The Role

  • Have a sound knowledge of International Codes & Standards and General Telecom Engineering including Design. Shall be able to carry out all aspects of Telecom Engineering including Design to a high standard from first principles using client standards, international standards and in line with Project requirements confirming to safety and quality control within the man-hour budget and the project schedule targets. 
  • Be able to check the quality of work carried out by the engineers & designers. Should be able to Lead project execution. Should have strong Revamp / modification project execution experience both with respect to Telecom Field equipment & control room systems (Both Onshore & Offshore). Shall be capable of handling Project Telecom FEED, Detail Engineering, PMC activities for Oil & Gas, offshore and petrochemical plants. Experience in handling both local and international projects

What we can offer

  • Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
  • Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant 
  • 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 
  • Flexible benefits package inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), plus the potential for one additional ‘flex day’ per month. Further benefits include a generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
  • 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

The key objectives for this role are:

  • Responsible for Preparation, checking and approval of the following project deliverables/ activities by leading and guiding a team of engineers & designers. 
    • Telecom Design Basis/Philosophy/data sheets/ specifications/ Scope of Work Document for all telecom equipment and system
    • Technical Specifications for Telecom Systems covering Telephone, PABX, CCTV, PAGA, Microwave Radio, VSAT, UHF, Aeronautical System, Access Control, Modem, LAN and Fiber Optic Cables, ship-shore communications, weather monitoring communications, IDS, GMDSS (Life Saver) system
  • Telecommunication system Engineering, Design and procurement.
  • Coordinate with design team for Preparation of Design Deliverables: Telecom Schematics/ Equipment Layout/ Cable Routing Layouts/Cable Schedule/3D modeling
  • Provide engineering support for construction, commissioning, and operation team
  • Interdisciplinary/ Vendor/ client/ interoffice coordination for successful project executions.
  • Involved in end-to-end implementation of projects including setting up of LAN, WAN & Router Network with the Co-ordination with different Vendors.
  • Site visit and site team management at different locations. 
  • Revamp & Green Field Onshore and Offshore projects.
  • Telecommunications proposal/ Manhour estimates for Revamp and Green Field including Telecom systems.

What makes you remarkable? 

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges. 

  • B.E; / BTech with minimum 25 years of Telecom experience in Oil & Gas, Offshore, Petrochemical Industries with at least 10 years of working as Telecom Lead.
  • Network certification/ Video Expert Certification/ RADIO certifications
  • RADIO, PAGA, CCTV, Wireless coverage software / Access control software

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.

Telecom - Consultant

Office

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Full Time

September 12, 2025

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