Graduate Civil Engineer - UAE National

Wood; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is looking for a recent engineering graduate for the Graduate Civil Engineer position in Sharjah, UAE. This full-time role involves working on various engineering projects and requires skills in structural analysis and design. Candidates with a degree in Civil Engineering are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical Insurance

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Professional development plans

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or graduates within 12 months can apply.
• Commitment to safety is paramount.
• Strong motivation and self-reliance are key attributes.

Skills

Theory of Structural Engineering

Design of Steel Structures

Design of Concrete Structures

Ability to perform Wind Load Analysis

Fluent in English

Fluent in Arabic

Problem solver

Good interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent Technology Diploma

Tools

Staad Pro

Job description

Job Description

Wood is recruiting for recent engineering graduates – Graduate Civil Engineer to join its UAE Business Unit and our Engineering team in Sharjah, UAE. This role is a full-time office‑based position in Sharjah, UAE.

Our Clients and Projects

Wood has been awarded a general engineering contract to support an International Client operator to deliver a portfolio of onshore capital projects by provision of engineering and project management services (including EPC contract management), as well as Supply Chain, Construction and Commissioning support from Wood Iraq and UAE offices. Projects include both Greenfield and Brownfield modification projects and integrating low‑carbon solutions to support our client’s energy transition and emissions reduction goals.

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

Key Objectives

• Conversant in Theory of Structural Engineering, Analysis of Structures
• Materials
• Design of Steel Structures and Detailing
• Design of Concrete Structures and Detailing
• Ability to perform Wind Load Analysis
• Ability to perform Seismic Load Analysis
• Analysis and Design by Staad Pro (preferably) and other Software
• Preparation of MRs
• Conversant in American Codes – Steel and Concrete
• Conversant in Soil Mechanics
• Ability to perform Analysis and Design of Foundation – Open and Deep type
• Road, Drainage, Culverts design
• Clear communicator with good interpersonal skills
• Highly motivated and self‑reliant
• Problem solver
• Open analytic thinker and innovator
• Good communicator with willingness to share knowledge and support others
• Strong commitment to safety
• Fluent in English and Arabic

Qualifications

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

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent Technology Diploma
• 0–12 months of experience

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. 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.