Engineer - Carbon Management and Decarbonization

ADNOC Abu Dhabi UAE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 391,000 - 580,000; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Engineer, Carbon Management to support decarbonization activities across ADNOC Gas. The role focuses on GHG emissions assessment, emissions forecasting, abatement tracking and technical analysis to support the decarbonization roadmap.

The successful candidate will coordinate with operations, engineering, HSE, project and asset teams to collect emissions data, maintain technical records and drive carbon reduction initiatives, including renewable energy

Qualifications

• Minimum education Bachelor’s degree in one of the following disciplines or another relevant qualification.
• Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience in GHG emissions management, carbon management, sustainability or related technical functions.
• Experience supporting emissions calculations, data analysis, technical studies, reporting dashboards or decarbonization deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Support decarbonization roadmap maintenance and updates by compiling emissions data and supporting technical records.
• Coordinate with HSE, Operations and asset teams to obtain actual emissions figures and inputs.
• Prepare charts, tables, technical summaries and reports for decarbonization reviews and management reporting.
• Assist in emissions forecasting, baselining and progress monitoring for decarbonization initiatives.

Skills

GHG accounting

Emissions forecasting

Data analysis

Coordination

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical/Environmental Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Power BI

PowerPoint

Job description

Engineer - Carbon Management and Decarbonization Job Snapshot

Role: Engineer - Carbon Management and Decarbonization
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Environmental Protection-Conservation
Experience: Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site

ADNOC Group is seeking an Engineer, Carbon Management to support carbon management and decarbonization activities across ADNOC Gas in Abu Dhabi. The role focuses on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions assessment, emissions forecasting, abatement tracking and technical analysis required to support the ADNOC Gas decarbonization roadmap. Working under the guidance of the Manager, Carbon Management, Specialist Carbon Management and Senior Engineer, Carbon Management, as applicable, the successful candidate will coordinate with operations, engineering, HSE, project and asset teams to collect emissions data, maintain technical records and support carbon reduction initiatives. The position also contributes to renewable energy assessments, carbon capture screening, energy efficiency, flaring and fugitive emissions reduction, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Product Carbon Footprint analysis, Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) readiness and other emerging carbon-related regulatory requirements.

Key Accountabilities

• Carbon Management and Decarbonization Roadmap - Support the maintenance and periodic updating of the ADNOC Gas decarbonization roadmap by compiling emissions data, abatement assumptions, project information and supporting technical records.
• Maintain assigned sections of the GHG emissions abatement initiatives register, including project status, estimated reduction potential, assumptions, dependencies and supporting evidence.
• Collect and organize information relating to existing operating assets, growth projects, production forecasts and emissions reduction initiatives.
• Prepare calculations, data summaries and trend analyses to support the assessment of abated and unabated emissions profiles.
• Maintain technical records of inherent CO2 sources, asset-level emissions profiles and other relevant carbon management information.
• Coordinate with HSE, Operations and asset teams to obtain actual emissions figures, production data and supporting inputs.
• Prepare draft charts, tables, technical summaries and working files for decarbonization roadmap reviews and management reporting.

GHG Emissions Assessment for Projects

• Support greenhouse gas emissions assessments for brownfield, greenfield and growth projects.
• Compile project information, emissions assumptions, technical specifications and other inputs required for carbon management evaluations.
• Assist in assessing low-carbon alternatives involving power supply, fuel selection, steam systems, utility integration, electrification and process optimization.
• Prepare emissions calculations and comparison tables to evaluate the potential carbon reduction benefits of different project alternatives.
• Review assigned project information to identify data gaps, technical assumptions, potential risks and areas requiring additional assessment.
• Contribute to project-related GHG technical notes, dashboards, reports and presentation materials.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Projects, HSE and Finance teams to obtain capital expenditure (CAPEX), operating expenditure (OPEX), emissions and technical data for carbon management studies.

Renewable Energy Assessment and Integration

• Support the identification and technical assessment of renewable energy opportunities for existing and future ADNOC Gas facilities.
• Assist in evaluating rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV), parking-shade solar PV, ground-mounted solar PV and large-scale solar PV applications.
• Contribute to preliminary assessments of Concentrated Solar Power (CSP), solar thermal systems and hybrid renewable energy solutions.
• Compile site-level information, including available installation space, energy demand, utility requirements, Geographic Information System (GIS) inputs and technical constraints.
• Assess relevant data relating to potential GHG emissions reductions from renewable energy alternatives.
• Prepare technical data sheets, calculation files, comparison summaries and preliminary feasibility inputs.
• Coordinate technical information from consultants, technology providers, site teams and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare draft technical updates and supporting documentation for renewable energy planning activities.

Carbon Capture and Inherent CO2 Management

• Support the identification, screening and tracking of carbon capture opportunities associated with inherent CO2 streams and combustion-related emissions.
• Maintain records of inherent CO2 sources, estimated volumes, concentrations, source locations and potential capture applications.
• Assist in evaluating carbon capture opportunities involving boilers, heaters, gas turbines and other significant stationary emissions sources.
• Compile emissions source information, operating conditions and technical inputs required for preliminary carbon capture assessments.
• Provide supporting calculations, technical data and documentation to consultants, project teams and relevant internal stakeholders.
• Prepare draft summaries and progress updates covering identified carbon capture opportunities and related assessments.

Energy Efficiency and Emissions Reduction

• Support the inclusion of energy efficiency initiatives within the ADNOC Gas decarbonization roadmap.
• Coordinate with responsible energy management and asset teams to obtain relevant initiative information.
• Maintain records of energy efficiency measures that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions reduction.
• Support the collection and organization of information related to flaring reduction, fugitive emissions management and other carbon abatement opportunities.
• Assist in documenting the emissions reduction potential and supporting assumptions associated with assigned initiatives.

Carbon Data Management and Technical Reporting

• Collect, organize and validate technical and emissions information received from multiple operational and project stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate calculations, supporting evidence, working files and technical records for assigned carbon management activities.
• Prepare charts, tables, dashboards and draft technical reports to communicate emissions trends and abatement progress.
• Support emissions forecasting, baseline assessments and progress monitoring against decarbonization initiatives.
• Provide analytical and documentation support for Life Cycle Assessment, Product Carbon Footprint and CBAM-related workstreams as assigned.
• Assist with technical information requirements associated with emerging carbon management regulations and sustainability reporting activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum Education Bachelor 's degree in one of the following disciplines or another relevant qualification:
• Chemical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Environmental Science
• Sustainability
• Carbon Management
• Energy Management
• Professional Experience Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience in GHG emissions management, carbon management, sustainability, energy management, process engineering, project engineering, environmental reporting or related technical functions.
• Experience supporting emissions calculations, data analysis, technical studies, reporting dashboards or decarbonization and sustainability deliverables.
• Practical understanding of emissions data management, technical documentation and coordination across multiple business functions.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• GHG Accounting and Carbon Management - Working knowledge of greenhouse gas accounting principles and carbon management concepts.
• Understanding of emissions baselining, emissions forecasting and abatement tracking.
• Ability to support technical calculations and maintain accurate emissions records.
• Familiarity with emissions assessment methodologies and supporting technical documentation.
• Oil and Gas Operations - Basic understanding of oil and gas facilities, process systems and industrial utilities.
• Awareness of power generation, fuel consumption, steam systems, flaring and operational emissions sources.
• Ability to interpret relevant operational and production information for emissions assessments.

Low-Carbon Technologies and Sustainability

• Renewable energy technologies and integration.
• Carbon capture and emissions reduction.
• Industrial energy efficiency.
• Flaring reduction and fugitive emissions management.
• Methane emissions management.
• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA).
• Product Carbon Footprint assessment.
• Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).

Data Analysis and Digital Tools

• Ability to collect, organize, validate and analyse technical data from different sources.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with data management tools and technical reporting applications.
• Ability to prepare clear charts, tables, dashboards and analytical summaries.
• Experience with Microsoft Power BI or similar dashboarding tools is preferred.

Communication and Coordination

• Good communication, coordination and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with engineering, operations, HSE, project and asset teams.
• Capability to prepare technical summaries and draft reports for review by senior carbon management personnel.
• Strong attention to data accuracy, supporting evidence and record maintenance.

Preferred Professional Certifications

• GHG Protocol training certification.
• ISO 14064 awareness, practitioner or lead implementer training.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) qualification or energy management training.
• Life Cycle Assessment or Product Carbon Footprint training or certification.
• Carbon management, climate change or sustainability certification.
• Power BI, data analytics or project management certification.

The Engineer, Carbon Management contributes to the technical and analytical foundation of ADNOC Gas decarbonization activities. Through accurate emissions data management, carbon reduction assessments, technical coordination and structured reporting, the role supports informed decisions on emissions management, low-carbon technologies and implementation of the company 's decarbonization roadmap.