Lead Rotating Machinery Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the energy sector is seeking a Lead Rotating Machinery Engineer to oversee the design, operation, and maintenance of rotating equipment for high-profile clients. This role demands a minimum of 15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry and expertise in rotating machinery. The candidate should demonstrate strong analytical skills and a commitment to compliance with industry standards. A competitive remuneration package and opportunities for professional development are provided.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Medical Insurance

Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Commitment to continued professional development

Global connections

Energy Transition Academy

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in rotating equipment engineering in the oil & gas industry.
• Offshore experience in maintenance or engineering support roles is preferred.
• Familiarity with ADNOC standards and rotating machinery used in offshore oil production.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring optimal design and selection of rotating equipment such as pumps, turbines, compressors, and motors.
• Improving the reliability and performance of rotating equipment to minimize downtime and operational risks.
• Developing and implementing preventive and predictive maintenance plans for rotating machinery.
• Conducting root cause analyses of equipment failures and suggesting corrective measures.

Skills

Strong knowledge of rotating equipment design, operations, and diagnostics

Proficient in analyzing vibration, temperature, and performance trends

Good communication and coordination with maintenance, operations, and vendors

Capable of producing clear technical reports and recommendations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Condition monitoring tools and techniques

Job description

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

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Rotating Machinery Engineer with a proven track record in overseeing the design, operation, and maintenance of rotating equipment, ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance with industry standards for a high‑profile client.

The Role

The role focuses on rotating machinery engineering within the oil & gas sector, with responsibilities spanning design, selection, maintenance planning, and failure analysis for a range of equipment including pumps, turbines, compressors, and motors.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Across EMEA, our teams provide solutions and expertise to support a growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications, and engineering services across the energy and materials markets.

We are focused on growth and 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 organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration 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 at 5‑year milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world shaping industry standards
• Energy Transition Academy: Share knowledge and gain exposure to emerging energy systems delivered by experts in their field

The Key Objectives for this Role Are

• Ensuring optimal design and selection of rotating equipment such as pumps, turbines, compressors, and motors.
• Improving the reliability and performance of rotating equipment to minimize downtime and operational risks.
• Developing and implementing preventive and predictive maintenance plans for rotating machinery.
• Conducting root cause analyses of equipment failures and suggesting corrective measures.
• Ensuring equipment meets industry standards, safety regulations, and project specifications.
• Coordinating with cross‑functional teams during installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of rotating machinery.

Technical Responsibilities

• Prepare and review technical specifications, datasheets, requisitions and technical bid evaluation for rotating equipment (various types of pumps, compressors, turbines, etc.).
• Support rotating equipment within various packages such as GDU.
• Interface with vendors during package design, manufacturing, FAT, and delivery.
• Provide technical support for the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of rotating equipment.
• Review and validate equipment performance, operating conditions to support site operations.
• Participate in root cause failure analysis (RCFA) for rotating equipment issues.
• Carry out adequacy, troubleshooting, re‑rating, etc. for the rotating equipment.
• Coordinate with OEMs and vendors for adequacy, re‑rating, upgrades and performance assessments.
• Support equipment condition monitoring programs (vibration, lube oil analysis, thermography).
• Assist in preparing technical specifications and evaluation of rotating equipment packages for projects.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards and international codes (API, ISO).
• Carry out MoCs and prepare engineering packages for plant modifications as required.
• Prepare scope of work for consultants for specific jobs, conduct tender evaluation and review consultant’s work.
• Estimate man‑hours for a particular type of job; either modifications or for new equipment engineering package.

What Makes You Remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. Even if you do not match every criterion listed below but feel you possess some of the required experience, knowledge or skills we encourage you to apply. We will work together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in rotating equipment engineering in the oil & gas industry.
• Offshore experience in maintenance or engineering support roles is preferred.
• Familiarity with ADNOC standards and rotating machinery used in offshore oil production.
• Experience with condition monitoring tools and techniques.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of rotating equipment design, operations, and diagnostics.
• Proficient in analyzing vibration, temperature, and performance trends.
• Good communication and coordination with maintenance, operations, and vendors.
• Capable of producing clear technical reports and recommendations.

Diversity Statement

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.