Lead Fire Systems Engineer - EOI

Lead Fire Systems Engineer – UAE Business Unit

Wood is recruiting for a Lead Fire Systems 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 with travel requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Fire Systems Engineer to join our UAE Business Unit.

Wood is an integral part of operations in Iraq, and we are continuing to grow our footprint across the country. With a 90‑year heritage, 10 major contracts and over 850 employees, we have the skills, expertise and asset knowledge to support clients to deliver energy security and decarbonisation ambitions. Wood excels in supporting our clients to deliver complex upstream and midstream oil and gas projects in Iraq delivering maintenance, modifications and engineering solutions.

We are committed to decarbonising existing assets, producing cleaner energy and developing a sustainable national workforce, ensuring the long‑term growth of the region.

• Meaningful and interesting projects Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion – we are actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular reviews to reward at the right level in line with the market
• Commitment to continued professional development – tailored development plans for individual needs and interests
• Global connections – join experts around the world who shape the standards of our profession
• Medical insurance – inpatient and outpatient medical care available as required
• Group life and personal accident insurance – life assurance cover provided by the company
• Employee share plan – opportunity to purchase Wood shares with a company match
• Long service award – recognition of commitment and loyalty at 5‑year milestones

• Definition and approval of technical scopes
• Executing assigned scopes of work
• Providing technical expertise to the business
• Contributing to business growth
• May manage and supervise teams and/or act as a technical specialist

Performs complex assignments often requiring development of new or improved products, processes, or techniques, and assesses the feasibility of proposed engineering designs.

Uses advanced technical knowledge to produce engineering deliverables and may serve as Lead Engineer or Project Technical Authority with advanced specialization.

• Assist in establishing project aims and outcomes for comprehensive design
• Evaluate current procedures and recommend efficiency improvements
• Recommend project organization, work methods, and technical innovations

• Supervise and participate in delivery of complex engineering tasks
• Formulate investigations or prototypes, analyze data, and recommend solutions
• Resolve issues such as conflicting design requirements or coordination challenges
• Coordinate implementation of design engineering solutions and review documentation for accuracy
• Supervise complex engineering tasks related to major projects and exercise mature judgement
• Participate in incident investigations as required and assess work against standards and specifications
• Adhere to discipline‑specific procedures and provide feedback for continuous improvement
• Manage stakeholders, organize, actively participate, and lead design reviews

• Advise on design processes, construction methods, and new engineering methods
• Serve as Technical Authority when appointed
• Evaluate options and select technical solutions optimizing technical and financial success
• Act as technical custodian for low‑to‑medium value bids and proposals
• Provide awareness of technical advancements and new customer‑serving approaches
• Help establish a culture of technical excellence through role modelling and communication
• Undertake Technical Bid Evaluation for subcontracted scopes and oversee vendors

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