PMC Lead HVAC Engineer

Wood; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Group Life and Personal Accident

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Professional development

Job summary

Wood is seeking an experienced PMC Lead HVAC Engineer in Abu Dhabi to lead design, engineering and execution of HVAC systems for ADNOC projects. You will coordinate with mechanical, electrical, I&C and civil teams, review vendor submittals and provide technical guidance through installation, commissioning and handover.

The role requires a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering and a minimum of 15 years in HVAC, including 5 years as a lead engineer, with experience on large ADNOC EPC/EPCm programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 15+ years in HVAC engineering with at least 5 years as Lead Engineer.
• Experience on mega ADNOC Oil processing EPC/EPCm projects.
• Experience with HAP/Carrier, AutoCAD, and Revit.
• Familiar with ASHRAE, NFPA, SMACNA, DW144 standards.
• Familiar with ADNOC specifications and procedures.
• Knowledge of explosion-proof HVAC systems and redundancy design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, engineering and execution of HVAC systems for oil & gas facilities in line with ADNOC standards and project specs.
• Coordinate with multidiscipline teams (Mechanical, Electrical, I&C, Civil) and review vendor submittals.
• Mentor and manage HVAC engineers and designers; oversee schedules and manpower.
• Support procurement and ensure timely material delivery; review MR and technical bids.
• Oversee installation, testing, commissioning and site problem resolution.
• Ensure documentation: as-built drawings, O&M manuals and commissioning reports.
• Participate in HAZOP/HAZID studies and safety audits.

Skills

HVAC Design

Project Leadership

Coordination

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

HAP/Carrier

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced PMC Lead HVAC Engineer with a proven track record in leading and coordinating engineering teams to ensure the successful planning, execution, and completion of technical projects for a high-profile client.

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 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 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

Job Objective

Lead the design, engineering, and execution of HVAC systems for oil & gas facilities, ensuring compliance with ADNOC standards, international codes, and project specifications. The role is responsible for delivering safe, reliable, and energy-efficient HVAC solutions across all project phases.

Lead HVAC system design for:

• Control rooms, substations, telecom shelters, and buildings
• Hazardous area ventilation systems
• Pressurization and smoke management systems

Perform:

• Heat load calculations (HAP/Carrier software or equivalent)
• Equipment sizing and selection (chillers, AHUs, FCUs, exhaust systems)

Develop and review:

• HVAC layouts, ducting drawings, and schematics
• Material requisitions (MR), technical bid evaluations (TBE)

Ensure compliance with:

• ADNOC engineering standards
• International codes (ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA, ISO)
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil)
• Review vendor documents and approve HVAC equipment submittals
• Support procurement and ensure timely material delivery

Provide technical support during:

• Installation
• Testing & commissioning
• Resolve site technical issues and ensure design integrity

Ensure HVAC systems meet:

• Hazardous area classification requirements
• Fire & gas system integration
• Promote HSE policies aligned with ADNOC guidelines

Participate in:

• HAZOP / HAZID studies
• Design reviews and safety audits
• Lead and mentor HVAC engineers and designers
• Interface with client representatives (ADNOC PMC team)
• Manage engineering deliverables, schedules, and manpower
• Ensure quality assurance and control of HVAC deliverables
• Oversee HVAC system pre-commissioning and commissioning
• Validate performance testing (TAB - Testing, Adjusting & Balancing)

Ensure documentation:

• As-built drawings
• O&M manuals
• Commissioning reports

Qualifications

Skills And 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

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering
• A minimum of 15 years experience in HVAC Engineering, with minimum 5 years experience as a Lead Engineer
• Experienced in mega ADNOC Oil processing EPC/EPCm projects
• Experience in the use ofHAP / Carrier, AutoCAD, Revit software
• Familiar with SHRAE, NFPA, SMACNA, DW144 standards
• Familiar with ADNOC specifications and procedures
• Familiar with explosion-proof HVAC systems and redundancy and reliability design philosophy

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.

Job Info

• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates