Graduate Process Engineer

Wood; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Group Life and Personal Accident Ins.

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Job summary

Wood invites applications for a Graduate Process Engineer to join its UAE team in Dubai. Open to fresh graduates, this office-based role supports Oil & Gas projects and process design deliverables within a global engineering environment.

The position aligns with Emiratization objectives and offers exposure to dynamic, high-profile assignments across the energy sector. The role emphasizes development of PFDs, P&IDs, process calculations and basic simulations while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering is required.
• Internship or project experience within Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Energy or EPC industries is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of process engineering deliverables for oil and gas projects.
• Support the preparation and review of Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and process calculations.
• Perform basic process simulations and engineering calculations under supervision.
• Assist in preparing equipment datasheets and process design documentation.
• Participate in HAZOP, design review and risk assessment workshops.
• Coordinate with Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil and Operations teams.
• Support commissioning, start-up and troubleshooting activities.
• Contribute to process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company HSE and quality requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering

Job description

Role Overview

Wood is recruiting for a Graduate Process Engineer to join its UAE business unit and Engineering and Projects team. This opportunity is open to fresh graduates. The role would be based in Dubai, UAE. This recruitment activity supports the organization’s Emiratization objectives and commitment to hiring UAE Nationals.

Working Hours: 45 hours per week (Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM). Work Arrangement: Office-Base.

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe and predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering design and project-management companies.

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 (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

Expected Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering
• Internship or project experience within Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Energy or EPC industries is an advantage

Job Objectives

• Assist in the development of process engineering deliverables for oil and gas projects
• Support the preparation and review of Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and process calculations
• Perform basic process simulations and engineering calculations under supervision
• Assist in preparing equipment datasheets and process design documentation
• Participate in HAZOP, design review and risk assessment workshops
• Coordinate with Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil and Operations teams
• Support commissioning, start-up and troubleshooting activities
• Contribute to process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with company HSE and quality requirements

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq
• 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 of services of our employees at 5-year service milestones