Engineering Manager

Wood is recruiting for an Engineering Manager to join its UAE Business Unit, focusing on the execution of the engineering portion of a multi‑discipline engineering scope of work on one or more projects. This full‑time office‑based role in Sharjah, UAE requires travel.

• Execute the engineering portion of multi‑discipline scopes of work on one or more projects or work scopes.
• Coordinate and complete the various engineering and start‑up aspects of projects while meeting HSSE, quality, schedule and budget performance goals.
• Drive technical assurance of the assigned scope(s) of work and ensure technical excellence across all disciplines.
• Manage, lead, support and supervise discipline engineering teams on the assigned scope(s) of work.
• Train and mentor discipline engineering teams.
• Act as the process owner: develop and implement policies, standards and procedures for engineering and technical work.
• Enforce company values and behaviors, ensuring safe, reliable operations and client satisfaction.
• Report to the Project Director.

• Assist in incident investigations and monitor compliance with standards and processes.
• Roll out and implement learning opportunities across the business.
• Drive continual focus on process safety through the engineering team.
• Drive the elimination of technical incidents through robust controls, incident reviews and lessons‑learned.
• Organise, direct, control and evaluate the activities and operations of a multi‑discipline engineering team.
• Assist in recruitment, selection, performance management, succession planning and promotion of resources.
• Ensure adequate and competent personnel on projects/contracts.
• Manage key stakeholder relationships, prepare specifications, explain proposals and present engineering reports.
• Assign, coordinate and review the technical work of department or project teams.
• Resolve complex technical and managerial issues and monitor integration of work.
• Develop and implement policies, standards and procedures aligned with organizational objectives.

• Typical requirement of 15+ years progressive experience in discipline engineering, managing detailed engineering and EPC assurance (PMC), with a strong technical background preferably from Process Engineering.
• Recent experience as an Engineering Lead or Manager for at least 3 years.
• Balance of technical and management/mentoring experience at relevant level and position.
• Several years of supervisory experience with understanding of human relations, training, performance evaluation, and health and safety.
• Broad and extensive knowledge of engineering theories and techniques and high level of skill in applying this knowledge in managing the engineering function.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of influencing people at all levels of the organization.
• Skills in recruitment and selection, employee communication and management including performance management.
• Good knowledge of the regulatory framework and associated legislation.
• Current knowledge of industry and technology development within the area of expertise.

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion across the business with employee networks.
• Competitive salary with regular reviews.
• Commitment to continued professional development with tailored development plans.
• Global connections with experts worldwide.
• Medical insurance covering inpatient and outpatient care.
• Group life and personal accident insurance.
• Employee share plan.
• Long service award at 5‑year milestones.

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 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.