Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced PMC Lead Pipeline Engineer based in Abu Dhabi to support ADNOC offshore project within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business. Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be based at client office in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced PMC Engineer (Construction Pipeline) with a proven track record in specializing in Construction Pipeline oversees the planning, execution, and management of pipeline construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards while optimizing project efficiency for a high-profile client.
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 remuneration 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
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.
Responsibilities:
The key objectives for this role are:
- Lead and oversee the design, engineering, and technical assurance of onshore and offshore pipeline systems in compliance with applicable international codes and standards.
- Ensure delivery of safe, reliable, and cost‑effective pipeline designs aligned with project and client requirements.
- Review, approve, and take ownership of key engineering deliverables including pipeline routing, alignment sheets, stress analysis, hydraulics, materials, and specifications.
- Manage pipeline engineering scope to meet project schedules, budgets, and quality expectations.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to pipeline engineers and designers, ensuring consistency and accuracy across deliverables.
- Identify engineering risks early and implement effective mitigation measures.
- Integrate HSE and pipeline integrity principles into all stages of design and execution.
- Lead and participate in technical reviews, HAZID/HAZOP, constructability reviews, and risk assessments.
- Act as the technical focal point for clients, EPC partners, vendors, and regulatory authorities.
- Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams including civil, mechanical, procurement, construction, and operations.
- Support construction, installation, hydrotesting, pre‑commissioning, and commissioning activities by resolving site technical issues.
- Ensure compliance with company procedures, project specifications, and regulatory requirements.
- Support audits, technical reviews, and regulatory approvals related to pipeline engineering.
- Drive value engineering, constructability improvements, and cost optimization initiatives.
- Promote continuous improvement, innovation, and the adoption of best engineering practices and tools.
- Mentor and develop junior engineers, supporting knowledge sharing and capability building within the team.
- Ensure accurate documentation, change management, and proper archiving of engineering records.
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 equivalent from an accredited university with a minimum of fifteen (15+) years of relevant experience in the Offshore/Onshore Oil & Gas industry, including minimum (5) years (preferred) in GCC region
- Must have at least five (5) years of experience in similar position in a mega Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects. Managing team of Specialists, Senior Engineers and Engineers.
- Offshore experience is must, whilst ADNOC experience is desired
- PMC experience is required
- Fully coherent in all international codes and standards
- Excellent command of both spoken and written English is required
- Enthusiastic, conscientious and keen to learn / Flexible with a can-do attitude
- Working hands on Experience on SPEL
- Must have working knowledge and experience of electrical discipline relevant offshore/onshore oil and gas industry codes, specifications and practices
- Previous experience of working in the Middle East would be an advantage
