Lead Engineer - Civil & Structural

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

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Civil & Mechanical Engineer with a proven track record in overseeing the design, operation, and maintenance of civil and structural works, ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance with industry standards for a high-profile client.

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Across EMEA, our teams are providing solutions and expertise to support our growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications, and engineering services across the energy and materials markets.

We are focused on growth and our strategy is centered around building partnerships with our clients across the three regions: UK, Norway, and the Middle East and Africa.

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high‑profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication, and many years’ services of our employees at5‑year service milestones
• 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

Lead Engineer in Engineering Design & Detailing of Civil & Structural works of Oil & Gas projects

Must have worked in STAAD Pro / Foundation Suite software in Analysis & Design

Hands‑on experience on model review in SP3D / E3D / PDS / PDMS platform

Experience on preparation of the Design calculation through XL spread sheet

Achieve safety standards as defined in personal performance contract

Be responsible for assessing effectiveness of working practices and systems with a view to continuously improving systems, personal and team performance

Carry out work in accordance with Wood and project Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Systems

Maintain the required technical quality of work

Identify scope and schedule changes in accordance with the Change Control Process

Maintain planning and cost control on all scopes

Ensure that designs comply with the relevant Codes, Standards, Regulations and Procedures

Provide technical assistance to discipline assigned personnel as required

Ensure, as far as practically possible, that all assigned work is carried out in compliance with the agreed budget and schedule

Keep up to date with technical developments, National and International standards and legislative requirements related to the discipline scope

Review, prepare, check and/or approve work output of discipline assigned personnel

Prepare estimates and schedules and assist in their review

Maintain good communication with the client

Maintain discipline filing system

Encourage and provide lateral learning within the project

Minimum

B.Sc. Engineering in civil / structural

Minimum 15 years post graduate experience

Minimum 8 years’ experience in the oil and gas industry

Minimum 5 years’ experience in the designation

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced Lead Civil & Structural…