Junior Instrument & Control Engineer-UAE Nationals

Wood; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Group life insurance

End of service gratuity

Employee share plan

Long service award

Professional development

Job summary

Wood is seeking a Graduate I&C Engineer (UAE National) to join our Oil, Gas & New Energies team in Abu Dhabi. This full-time, office-based role offers exposure to instrument selection, control philosophy, and P&ID-related tasks within a multinational project environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on field activities, documentation, and cross-disciplinary collaboration across Process, Mechanical, Electrical, and Piping teams, while aligning with ISA/IEC/NEC/API standards and continuing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related discipline.
• Basic understanding of instrumentation principles, sensors, control systems, PLCs, DCS, and automation concepts.
• Familiarity with ISA/IEC/NEC/API standards (basic level acceptable at graduate stage).

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of I&C fundamentals by supporting design activities such as instrument selection, sizing, datasheets, and control philosophy preparation.
• Enhance proficiency in industry-standard tools such as SPI (INtools), AutoCAD, PLC/DCS configuration basics, and loop diagram development.
• Assist in creating and reviewing I&C documentation including hook-up drawings, cable schedules, instrument indexes, C&E diagrams, and I/O lists.
• Support cross-functional coordination with Process, Mechanical, Electrical, and Piping teams to ensure I&C requirements are integrated into project deliverables.
• Participate in field activities such as site surveys, instrument inspections, loop checks, and commissioning support.
• Learn and apply standards such as ISA, IEC, NEC, and API to ensure compliance and technical accuracy.
• Contribute to control system studies by supporting alarm rationalization, SIL assessments, and basic control logic development.
• Invest in continuous development by completing I&C training modules and seeking feedback to improve.

Skills

Instrumentation concepts

P&ID reading

AutoCAD

SPI/INtools

PLC/DCS basics

Control systems

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation & Control / Electrical / Electronics

Tools

SPI/INtools

AutoCAD

PLC/DCS tools

Job description

Job Description

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced Graduate I&C Engineer -UAE National, as part of our Engineering team within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be full-time office based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

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 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 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

Responsibilities

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.

Objectives

• Develop a solid understanding of I&C engineering fundamentals by supporting design activities such as instrument selection, sizing, datasheets, and control philosophy preparation.
• Enhance proficiency in industry‑standard tools such as SPI (INtools), AutoCAD, PLC/DCS configuration basics, and loop diagram development.
• Assist in creating and reviewing I&C documentation including hook‑up drawings, cable schedules, instrument indexes, cause & effect diagrams, and I/O lists.
• Support interdisciplinary coordination with Process, Mechanical, Electrical, and Piping teams to ensure I&C requirements are fully integrated into project deliverables.
• Participate in field activities such as site surveys, instrument inspections, loop checks, and commissioning support to gain practical experience.
• Learn and apply relevant standards and codes such as ISA, IEC, NEC, and API to ensure compliance and technical accuracy in design tasks.
• Contribute to control system studies by supporting alarm rationalization, SIL assessments, and basic control logic development under mentor guidance.
• Invest in continuous development by completing I&C training modules (control systems, instrumentation basics, safety systems) and actively seeking feedback to improve.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited university.
• Basic understanding of instrumentation principles, sensors, control systems, PLCs, DCS, and automation concepts.
• Familiarity with key industry standards such as ISA, IEC, NEC, and API (basic level acceptable at graduate stage).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, and control narratives.
• Exposure to engineering software such as SPI/INtools, AutoCAD, and basic PLC/DCS simulation tools (advantageous).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with good attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and take part in on‑the‑job training, site visits, and technical development programs.

About Us

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, 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. www.woodgroup.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.