Lead Piping Engineer - EOI

Wood is recruiting for a Lead Piping Engineer to join its UAE Business Unit focusing on executing assigned scopes of work for a Major Onshore Brownfield Project in Dubai, UAE. This is a full‑time office‑based role in Dubai, UAE with travel requirement.

Lead Engineer responsibilities include definition and approval of technical scopes, execution of assigned scopes of work, provision of technical expertise, contributing to business growth, and managing & supervising teams.

• Assist in establishing project aims and outcomes.
• Evaluate current procedures and recommend improvements.
• Make recommendations on project organization and technical innovations.
• Supervise and participate in delivery of complex engineering tasks.
• Coordinate implementation of design engineering solutions.
• Review project‑related documentation for accuracy.
• Provide expert advice on design processes and construction methods.
• Act as Technical Authority when appointed.
• Contribute to business development through client engagement and proposal development.
• Manage and supervise technical specialists or engineers.
• Provide coaching and mentoring for direct reports.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) requirements.

• Definition and approval of technical scopes.
• Executing assigned scopes of work.
• Providing technical expertise across disciplines.
• Contributing to business growth.
• Managing and supervising others.

• Internal:
  Establish effective working relations with colleagues, direct reports and project team members.
• External:
  Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and officials.

Wood is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes all talented individuals to consider joining our team.

• ISCED Level 6 Bachelors (minimum) or Level 7 Masters (preferred) in engineering discipline.
• Chartership, PE Status or relevant professional license/registration preferred.
• Typically requires more than 10 years progressively more responsible experience.
• Technically competent in own discipline and able to supervise, manage and mentor technical professionals.
• Ability to execute and oversee project scope, budget and schedule.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for internal and external interactions.
• High level of awareness and commitment to safety in all aspects of daily work.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

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.

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.