Graduate Project Engineer(UAE Nationals)

Wood PLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering leader in Abu Dhabi seeks a Graduate Project Engineer to work on diverse projects while developing skills in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of chemical engineering principles, effective problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to quality and detail. This role offers a competitive remuneration package, medical insurance, and opportunities for professional development. If you're eager to learn and take on challenges in the energy sector, consider applying for this exciting opportunity.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Medical Insurance

Employee Share Plan

Commitment to professional development

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to quality and detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Internship or project experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand engineering practices and calculations at a graduate level.
• Comprehend and apply technical information relevant to engineering discipline.
• Prepare clear and accurate technical communications.

Skills

Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles

Excellent problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Teamwork abilities

Attention to detail

Adaptability in fast-paced environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for Graduate Project Engineer, this role offers an excellent opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects while developing your skills and gaining valuable industry experience.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Across EMEA, our teams are providingsolutionsandexpertiseto support our growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications and engineering services across the energy and materials markets.

We arefocused on growthand our strategy is centered around building partnerships with our clients across the three regions: UK, Norway and the Middle East and Africa.

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 organisation 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’ service 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

The key objectives for this role are:

• Demonstrates graduate-level understanding of engineering principles, including design methodologies, technical calculations, and industry standards
• Capable of comprehending, interpreting, and applying complex technical information relevant to the engineering discipline
• Effectively translates engineering theory into practical applications across project tasks and deliverables
• Applies standards, processes, and procedures with competence in day-to-day execution of engineering work
• Possesses sound understanding of regulatory frameworks and relevant legislation impacting engineering projects
• Executes assigned tasks confidently within their engineering discipline, ensuring quality and compliance
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, technologies, and developments within the discipline
• Interprets technical data to suggest optimized design solutions that enhance functionality and cost-efficiency
• Recognizes and adheres to internal policies and procedures influencing project and task execution
• Prepares clear, accurate, and comprehensive written communications, reports, and documentation
• Demonstrates solid general computer literacy with familiarity in specialist engineering software tools

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Graduate level understanding of Engineering practices, design methods and calculations
• Ability to comprehend and interpret technical information applicable to their discipline of engineering
• Demonstrates the application of theory in a practical context
• Graduate level of competence in the application of standards, processes and procedures and how they are used in work execution
• Graduate level of knowledge of regulatory framework and associated legislation.
• Graduate level of competence in own discipline in the execution of assigned tasks.
• Graduate level of knowledge of industry and technology development within discipline area
• Ability to comprehend, interpret and prepare applicable technical information and suggest design changes to ensure functional and cost effective results
• Demonstrates awareness of policies and procedures that affect specific job assignments
• Ability to prepare accurate, effective, complete and easily understood written communications and reports
• Good level of general computer literacy and basic familiarity with some relevant specialist engineering software

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:

• Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles and practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet project deadlines.
• Adaptability to work on diverse tasks and in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in any Engineering or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
• Internship or relevant project experience (preferred).
• Eagerness to learn and develop as a professional engineer

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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 25836
• Job Category Engineering Management
• Posting Date 01/09/2026, 07:33 AM
• Apply Before 02/28/2026, 07:32 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates