Senior ICT

Senior ICT / Digital Infrastructure Engineer - OSP Networks

Job Snapshot

Role: Senior ICT / Digital Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Telecommunications

Function: Engineering

Experience: 10-15 years of relevant engineering experience

Job Type: Full Time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Overview

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior ICT / Digital Infrastructure Engineer to lead the planning and design of telecommunications infrastructure, Outside Plant (OSP) networks, fibre optic connectivity, and site-wide digital infrastructure for major urban development and masterplanning projects. Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing integrated ICT infrastructure solutions across large-scale developments, mixed-use communities, public realm projects, and associated infrastructure networks. The position covers the complete engineering design lifecycle, from Concept Master Planning (CMP) and Detailed Master Planning (DMP) through Concept Design, Detailed Design, and Issued for Construction (IFC) documentation. The role requires strong technical expertise in passive ICT infrastructure, fibre optic network architecture, telecommunications duct systems, network capacity planning, and multidisciplinary engineering coordination. Candidates should have 10-15 years of relevant engineering experience, including substantial practical experience designing site-wide ICT and OSP infrastructure. Familiarity with UAE and Saudi Arabian telecommunications authority requirements and international technical standards is essential.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Dubai

Industry: Telecommunications

Function: Engineering

Salary: Not disclosed

Gender: No Preference

Candidate Nationality: Not specified

Job Type: Full Time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Key Responsibilities

• Site-Wide ICT and Telecommunications Infrastructure Design
• Lead the planning and engineering design of site-wide ICT and telecommunications infrastructure for large-scale developments, mixed-use communities, and infrastructure projects.
• Develop integrated telecommunications infrastructure strategies that support development masterplans and future network requirements.
• Design Outside Plant infrastructure, including underground telecommunications duct networks, multiway duct banks, manholes, handholes, chambers, and associated civil infrastructure.
• Establish ICT network connectivity requirements and coordinate infrastructure provisions across development areas.
• Develop telecommunications infrastructure layouts and network distribution arrangements in accordance with approved planning requirements.
• Ensure ICT infrastructure designs accommodate network capacity, connectivity, redundancy, and future development needs.
• Coordinate technical interfaces between telecommunications infrastructure and other engineering systems.
• Fibre Optic and OSP Network Design
• Lead the design of fibre optic backbone and distribution networks for major infrastructure and urban development projects.
• Develop network solutions incorporating Fibre to the X (FTTx), Gigabit Passive Optical Networks (GPON), passive optical networks, and fibre ring topologies.
• Prepare fibre connectivity strategies covering network topology, fibre allocation, redundancy, diversity, and capacity planning.
• Determine preliminary fibre core requirements and network distribution arrangements.
• Develop fibre optic network schematics, connectivity diagrams, and duct allocation schedules.
• Coordinate fibre optic infrastructure requirements with telecommunications operators and relevant project stakeholders.
• Review network designs to ensure appropriate connectivity, capacity, and infrastructure provisions.
• Telecommunications Facilities and Network Interfaces
• Plan and coordinate telecommunications facilities, including Points of Presence (POP), Main Distribution Rooms (MMR), and network interface locations.
• Identify infrastructure requirements for telecommunications equipment facilities and associated connectivity.
• Coordinate network interfaces between proposed developments and existing telecommunications infrastructure.
• Develop infrastructure tie-in arrangements and network connectivity provisions.
• Coordinate telecommunications duct routes, utility corridors, and road crossings with relevant engineering disciplines.
• Liaise with telecommunications operators regarding infrastructure requirements and network interfaces.
• Support the resolution of technical issues affecting telecommunications connectivity and infrastructure integration.
• Smart City and Digital Infrastructure Integration
• Develop ICT infra