Lead Mechanical Engineer - HVAC (Greenfield)

EHIF; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in HVAC design for oil and gas projects. You will lead integration of HVAC design within IPMT, coordinate with EPC contractors, and ensure compliance with ADNOC standards. The role requires a BSc in Mechanical Engineering and at least 15 years of experience, with strong communication and teamwork skills to support project managers and engineers across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 15+ years experience in oil and gas industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of international codes and standards.
• Ability to coordinate with multi-discipline teams and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate HVAC design and engineering with EPC contractor per project expectations.
• Ensure HVAC design activities meet ADNOC codes and standards.
• Review and approve Engineering Consultant's and EPC Contractor's work.
• Provide technical assistance during installation, pre-commissioning & commissioning.
• Interface with ADNOC Discipline Team Leader, Engineering Manager, and Project Managers.

Skills

HVAC Design

Oil & Gas

Project Coordination

Technical Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Engineering Software

Job description

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.

• Provide technical expertise in all HVAC design
• Ensure design and engineering compliance with relevant codes and ADNOC standards
• Coordinate, Monitor and handle HVAC design and engineering with EPC Contractor as per project expectation and complete the same within the time frame
• Work with other discipline engineers within IPMT, EPC Contractor, ADNOC Engineering / Operation / Site Interface to resolve technical issues and ensure quality Discipline Engineering execution and integrity etc.
• Perform regular and timely technical reviews of HVAC Engineering deliverables developed by engineering consultants/contractors, ensuring design quality in compliance with relevant codes, standards, and best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure integration of overall HVAC Engineering team. Overall coordination within IPMT Mechanical HVAC Engineering Team
• Ensure quality HVAC Engineering Consultant’s & EPC Contractor’s HVAC design activities
• Review and approval of Engineering Consultant's and EPC Contractor’s work and ensure compliance with ADNOC project specifications, relevant codes and standards, and best industry practices
• Coordinate the required engineering participation in the development and analysis of various design options and business models. Contribute input and expertise in the development and analysis of various design options and business models to design optimization and validation.
• Participate in teams for equipment sizing / equipment selection considering optimization and standardization.
• Ensure that the facilities are designed in accordance with the latest corporate guidelines with respect to environment and health aspects.
• Ensure full utilization of the existing facilities while optimizing the facilities required for the new projects.
• Participate in layout reviews, Model review, design reviews, and technical workshops.
• Provide technical assistance and coordination with other discipline engineers.
• Coordinate technical reviews and bid evaluation, and performance evaluation.
• Provide technical assistance during installation, pre-commissioning & commissioning
• Report to ADNOC Discipline Team Leader, Engineering Manager, and provide support to Project Managers and Engineers within the Project Management Team organization
• Interface with Managers, Team Leaders and Engineers in Company's Technical Departments, Business Units, Operations Units, and Logistics Department
• Interface regularly with Contractor’s Engineering and Project Management team and discipline engineers as and when required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in oil and gas industry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent technical team and interpersonal skills
• Experience and detailed knowledge of relevant international codes and standards
• Knowledge of engineering computer programs and general business software
• Ability to make independent decisions in the planning, organizing and coordinating to develop solutions to complex problems