Technical Consultant – Houston, TX

146828BRJob Title:Technical Consultant – Houston, TXNo. of Positions:1Job Description:Where you fit inThe digital transformation strategy of Shell requires an increasingly flexible, agile and secure IT environment in order to enable best use of data, cloud services, personalization of user experience and connectivity of devices. Keeping our business goals and user experience in the forefront, Shell IT has taken the decision to insource or directly procure a number of connectivity services. By taking greater control over key aspects of connectivity we can provide our users with better user experience, speed and agility, while maintaining operational effectiveness and efficiency. As a result, we are building a partially insourced and multi-vendor ecosystem for our connectivity products and services and will be developing new skills and capabilities. Come join us on this exciting and ambitious journey.What is the roleThis role is part of the Shell IT’s Connectivity Portfolio team. The mission is to support projects with Technical Consultant capabilities under the renewed model.You are expected to be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) covering the application of telecommunications and network technology deployed across the Shell Group. This covers all Shell’s businesses, all Shell’s location (offices, onshore plants, offshore plants, offices, trading floors, etc) and various types of projects including capital projects and IT projects.The purpose of the Technical Consultant role is to participate in larger project or lead smaller projects and deliver the network elements in the project. The Technical Consultant will be the key person in the project for all telecom and network elements.The key Accountabilities are:

Lead small network projects or lead network scope in larger projects.

Collect all network and telecom requirements.

Work with design team to produce design meeting requirements based on Shell standards.

Develop deployment strategy and lead deployment including handover to operations by coordinating activities across suppliers, internal IT teams and business stakeholders.

Knowledge sharing and drive continuous improvement across the community.

For the services in scope:

Project leading –Technical Consultant may work small project (single technology) or larger (cross-technology) integrated projects with accountabilities for:

Providing PMs input for creating project charters with defined project scope, deliverables, milestones, required budget and governance.

Manage agreed deliverables against the agreed charter, or approved changes through the applicable project/program governance.

Collect and document requirements by specifying the needed functionality, all the non-functional requirements and all dependencies (e.g. cabling, construction or electrical work needed).

Get a Shell standards-based design produced and signed off with the design team and design assurance team.

Work via design office with architecture & portfolio to update standards in specific cases.

Develop a deployment and testing strategy which is aligned with business readiness and IT delivery timelines.

Lead the deployment by orchestrating all activities across multiple teams, consisting off: central IT delivery, local installation, local testing and business stakeholders.

Handover the deployed or changed services to operations.

Share knowledge obtained and learn from others as part of a natural team across architecture, portfolio, design, network engineers, technical consultants, operations and service management, amongst others.

Auto req ID:146828BRSkillpool:IT Project & Programme ManagementCountry of Work Location:United StatesEmployment Type:Full TimeCompany Description:Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. We have expertise in exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals. As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business. Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.Disclaimer:Please note: We occasionally amend or withdraw Shell jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date.Before applying, you are advised to read our data protection policy. This policy describes the processing that may be associated with your personal data and informs you that your personal data may be transferred to Royal Dutch/Shell Group companies around the world.The Shell Group and its approved recruitment consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with Shell. Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorised Shell representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand.Shell participates in E-Verify.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability.Work Location:Houston - EP Center AmericasRequirements:What we need from you

Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.

Minimum eight (8) years’ experience in leading and executing Telecoms project delivery, Telecoms operations, or IT consultancy assignments to design, develop and deliver viable network and telecom solutions. Experience in Oil and Gas or similar industry with offshore experience preferred.

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience required.

A high degree of technical network knowledge on traditional (IP) networks and systems as well as telecom solutions such as Satellite, Optical/Radio links, Wireless Canopy, Mobile Radio (DMR/Tetra), Microwave, Fiber Optics, Marine and Aeronautical Radio, Sub-marine Fiber and Access Security/CCTV.

Good understanding of OSI Model, TCP/IP protocol suite (IP, ARP, ICMP, TCP, UDP, SMTP, FTP, TFTP).

Knowledge of Layer-2 Switching, VLAN’s and Access-list.

Knowledge of WiFi, authentication, security technologies, Internet, SDWAN, MPLS and Voice over IP (VoIP).

IP addressing and subnetting and routing concepts.

Switches: Full configuration and VLAN setup on Cisco switches.

Router: Full configuration and monitoring of Cisco routers including VLAN’s.

Telecoms Industry knowledge with extensive experience in Networks and Telecommunications, Testing and Commissioning.

Knowledge of environmental and electrical safety in hazardous (IEC EX) that impact design of telecoms systems used in process plants; Upstream / Downstream IT infrastructure and telecom solutions e.g. Process Control/SCADA, Safety Critical Elements.

Knowledge of project delivery methodology for managing both IT and Capital Projects in Oil and Gas.

City, State (if applicable):Houston, TX