Job Description

The role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Piping Designer to join our Iraq Operations Business, This role is full time residential based in Abu Dhabi, UAE

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

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

What we can offer

Meaningful and interesting projects

Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice

Competitive salary

with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market

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

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

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 at 5-year service milestones

Job Objectives:

Contributes to engineering excellence by providing the link between engineering design theory and practical application, translating critical design concepts into workable plans for tangible end-products Prepares engineering drawings in their discipline area from rough sketches or from general engineering and design information according to established standards and procedures Create designs and sketch out detailed plans for projects such as commercial, industrial, and civil sector structures and plant and/or manufactured products and systems Plans and carries out technical assignments of substantial variety and complexity. Capable of handling assignments which involve a variety of procedures and techniques Undertakes technical assignments that are a significant part of an ongoing engineering program Prepares mechanical or digital drawings, diagrams or blueprints and/or models of various products or structures, using computer-aided drafting (CAD) and/or computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) software This role profile covers engineering designers of all discipline specialisms. Levels 1 to 6 are used to describe increasing levels of expertise and responsibility: refer to levelling guide

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

Develops working drawings, within company and industry standards and codes, from equipment specifications and detailed drawings to support completion of engineering deliverables Creates drawings involving plans, layouts, calculations and bills of material Works on assignments involving a variety of design procedures and techniques Records observations, performs calculations and prepares reports on assignments Performs layouts, design and checking work from the basic data supplied Designs and makes detail drawings from rough sketches involving intricate calculations and the application of fundamental engineering principles Establishes project drafting standards and monitors their conformance Identifies cost effective solutions to design problems Assists in the preparation of bid evaluations Designs and constructs models, prototypes, processes or equipment; compiles and evaluates data, makes recommendations, prepares reports Prepares estimates of time, quantities, materials and labour required for activities related to testing, installation, manufacture, design or construction Generates bill of materials from finished designs At more experienced levels, may act as coordinator on small projects, prepares specifications for complex equipment, processes, etc. Ensures quality in design, technical accuracy in the preparation of drawings, material quantities, etc including reviewing others work at more senior levels. Plans assigned work effectively and obtains/provides information liaising with the project team and line manager, in time to control man-hours and achieve targets Carries out site visits / surveys and provides inputs to site visit reports

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. www.woodplc.com

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.

Qualification:

B.Sc. or equivalent degree in the Engineering discipline from an accredited university Minimum of 10+ years relevant experience in major Brownfield and Green field oil & gas projects, including at least five (5) years in similar position

Knowledge, skills and experience:

Specific experience in Oil and Gas projects across their lifecycle in the GCC region, preferred Pre-FEED, FEED experience is required Detailed Engineering experience is preferred Experience in 2D and 3D is must

Personal Attributes:

Enjoys being involved in the practical application of complex theoretical principles Self-motivated and completes given tasks to enhance the overall team performance. Prepared to take on new tasks and learn new technical subjects / skills. Continuously develops own knowledge and abilities Good at problem-solving, logical and methodical Strong attention to detail Good communicator

Internal:

Interfaces regularly with discipline engineers, project engineers, project management

External:

Unlikely to be required to interface with external parties

Level of Influence & Decision-Making Authority:

Works under the general supervision of a senior engineer/design supervisor Has some autonomy to exercise judgment in application Work is checked and verified by more senior personnel

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.