Senior Energy Storage Consultant

Wood is recruiting a Senior Energy Storage Consultant to join our Renewables business in Abu Dhabi
, supporting renewable energy, energy storage, and hybrid power projects across the Middle East.

Our Clean Energy Centre of Excellence operates globally, and we are expanding our presence in the UAE to support the region’s ambitious energy transition goals. This role will be based in Abu Dhabi
, with opportunities for regional travel and collaboration with global teams.

Join a culture of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to deliver sustainable solutions for our clients. Being part of Wood means having access to a vast network of industry experts across multiple sectors and countries. Expect significant learning opportunities to gain a holistic understanding of the renewable energy industry.

• Have 5-7 years of previous work experience in the BESS industry in a consultancy, developer, investor or utility
• Expertise in writing clear, cohesive reports
• Enjoy collaborating across multi‑disciplinary teams
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Mentor junior consultants and contributing to knowledge‑sharing initiatives within Wood

Within our Renewables consultancy business, we serve a diverse client base across the Middle East and globally, including leading private developers, investment banks, utilities, power generation companies, and technology research centres. Our services span advisory, project management, and owner’s engineering across all project phases.

Our specialisms include solar PV
, onshore and offshore wind
, green hydrogen
, energy storage
, grid infrastructure
, and industrial decarbonisation – critical to enabling the UAE’s and GCC’s energy transition.

• Impactful projects delivered to industry leaders shaping the future of energy in the Middle East.
• Technical and personal development resources
• Mentorship and career support
• Flexible working arrangements (hybrid options where applicable)
• Competitive salary and benefits aligned with UAE market standards
• Private medical insurance and life cover for you and your family
• Global networking opportunities with experts shaping the future of energy
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion, fostering a collaborative and respectful workplace
• A collaborative, united direct team where multiple technical experts share knowledge and inspire growth and innovation

• Leading BESS projects, providing engineering inputs from initial assessment, through to technical and economic feasibility, development phase, technical due diligence, design optimisation, financing, construction monitoring, acceptance and operation monitoring
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients, ensuring solutions meet project‑specific constraints and regional standards
• Prepare technical documentation: specifications, reports, proposals, and Employer’s Requirements, fire and explosion risk assessments, and pre‑fire plans
• Providing procurement and contract negotiation technical support, preparing tender documentation, and supporting the tender evaluation process
• Providing technical support to other teams and clients regarding BESS industry best practices and technology
• Technical assessment of BESS, including all relevant system components
• Work with our solar PV, wind, green hydrogen and other technical teams to deliver energy storage and hybrid power projects
• Conduct site visits across the Middle East and internationally
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and deliverables while maintaining client relationships

At Wood, we value diversity and understand that no candidate will have every skill listed. If you have relevant experience and the passion to contribute to the Middle East’s energy transition, we encourage you to apply.

We are committed to equal opportunities and attracting talent from all backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, your unique skills and perspective could help us unlock solutions to the region’s most critical challenges.

• MSc or Ph.D in Renewable Energy or a related field
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering,…