PMC Senior QA/QC Engineer (E&I)

John Wood Group PLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering leader is seeking an experienced Senior QA/QC Engineer for a site-based role in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will oversee quality assurance in procurement and collaborate with various teams to ensure compliance with quality standards. Candidates should bring strong skills in procurement quality oversight and vendor management. This full-time position offers a competitive remuneration package and additional benefits including medical insurance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Medical Insurance

Group Life Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Commitment to professional development

Global connections

Energy Transition Academy

Qualifications

• Experience in quality assurance related to equipment procurement.
• Strong vendor relationship management skills.
• Ability to ensure compliance with technical standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee quality assurance activities for procurement.
• Develop relationships with approved vendors for quality consistency.
• Review documentation to ensure compliance with quality benchmarks.
• Collaborate with teams for effective quality control.
• Identify cost-effective quality-enhancing strategies.

Skills

Procurement Quality Oversight

Supplier Quality Performance

Compliance with Contractual Quality Terms

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Cost Optimization

Job description

The Role

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced PMC Senior QA/QC Engineer (E&I)-Site based for one of our key clients in Abu Dhabi as part of our ADNOC Gas PMC team within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business.
Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be full time site based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

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’ 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

Key Objectives

• Lead Procurement Quality Oversight
  Oversee quality assurance activities related to the procurement of major equipment and services, ensuring strict compliance with project specifications, budgets, and delivery schedules.
• Strengthen Supplier Quality Performance
  Develop and maintain strong relationships with approved vendors, driving consistent quality, reliability, and adherence to international standards and client requirements.
• Ensure Compliance with Contractual Quality Terms
  Review and validate purchase orders and supplier documentation to confirm compliance with technical, legal, and quality benchmarks, minimizing risk exposure.
• Support Cross-Functional Quality Integration
  Collaborate with engineering, planning, and procurement teams to embed robust quality controls throughout the procurement lifecycle and ensure achievement of project milestones.
• Drive Quality-Centric Cost Optimization
  Identify opportunities for value engineering and alternative sourcing strategies that enhance quality outcomes while supporting cost efficiency and timely delivery.

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.