Job Description

Job Category: Quality
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Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Quality Engineer (Mechanical & Piping) as part of our Engineering team within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be based at Habshan Site in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.
The Role
The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for implementing and maintaining quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) activities for mechanical and piping works at site in EPCM projects.
The role ensures that construction, installation, testing, and commissioning activities comply with project specifications, applicable codes/standards, and client requirements
Our Clients and Projects
Designing the future. Transforming the world.
Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.
We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.
Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.
What We can offer:

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive renumeration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• 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
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• 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
• 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
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems - delivered by experts in their field

Responsibilities:
Quality Management

• Implement the Project Quality Plan (PQP), Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and quality procedures at site
• Ensure compliance with EPCM quality requirements, client specifications, and applicable international codes (ASME, API, ASTM, ISO, etc.)
• Coordinate with Engineering, Construction, and HSE teams to ensure quality integration across disciplines

Mechanical & Piping Inspection

• Supervise and inspect mechanical and piping installation activities (equipment, piping, supports, valves, tanks, etc.)
• Review and approve method statements, ITPs, and inspection checklists
• Conduct inspections for:

• Material receipt and traceability
• Welding, fit-up, and fabrication
• NDT activities (RT, UT, MT, PT)
• Pressure testing, flushing, and cleaning
• Equipment installation, alignment, and preservation

Documentation & Reporting

• Review and approve QA/QC documentation including:

• Welding records (WPS, PQR, WPQ)
• NDT reports
• Hydrotest and pneumatic test records
• Mechanical completion dossiers
• Maintain NCRs, CARs, and follow up on corrective/preventive actions
• Prepare quality reports and submit to Client/PMC

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Monitor contractor and subcontractor quality performance
• Conduct site quality audits and surveillance
• Interface with vendors and inspectors during FAT, SAT, and site inspections

Testing & Commissioning Support

• Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities
• Ensure mechanical completion and system handover documentation is complete and approved
• Participate in punch listing and close-out activities

Qualifications:
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.
Expected:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum 10 years of experience in QA/QC for mechanical and piping works
• Proven experience in EPCM projects (Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power, Industrial)
• Strong site-based experience is mandatory

Certifications (Preferred)

• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor
• CSWIP / AWS Welding Inspector
• ASNT Level II (NDT)
• Relevant client or third-party approvals

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of piping systems, welding, and mechanical installation
• Familiar with international codes and standards (ASME B31.3, ASME VIII, API, etc.)
• Excellent inspection, reporting, and documentation skills
• Strong coordination and communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple contractors and site activities

About Us:
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.

Skills Required