Principal Control System Engineer

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

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking an experienced Principal Engineer - Control System Engineer in Abu Dhabi. The role requires a proven track record in detailed design, ensuring compliance and performance for high-profile clients in the oil and gas sector. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree with at least 15 years of industry experience, including 5 years in the GCC region, alongside strong English skills. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided, including medical insurance and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Medical Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Commitment to continued professional development

Global connections

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in the Offshore/Onshore Oil & Gas industry, with at least 5 years in GCC region.
• Experience in managing teams in Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects.

Responsibilities

• Expertise in design methods and standards for assigned projects.
• Participate in project scheduling and carry out calculations for electrical equipment specifications.

Skills

Integrated Control and Safety Systems (ICSS)

Functional Safety

Team management

Excellent command of English

Flexibility and can-do attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited university

Job description

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

The Role:

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Principal Engineer - Control System Engineer with a proven track record in the detailed design ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance with industry standards 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’ 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

Responsibilities

• Expertise in Integrated Control and Safety Systems (ICSS), and Functional Safety (SIL study, SRS, Safety Integrity Level verification, Functional Safety Assessments)
• Ensurethatdetail designmethods,standards anddatausedonassigned projectsmeettheClient’s requirements
• Participate in project scheduling and project reviewactivities Carry out calculations & studies required to finalize electrical equipmentspecifications

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:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited university with a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in the Offshore/Onshore Oil & Gas industry, including minimum 5 years (preferred) in GCC region
• Must have at least 5 years of experience in similar position in a mega Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects, managing team of Engineers and designers
• Fully coherent in all international codes andstandards
• Excellent command of both spoken and written English is required
• Enthusiastic, conscientious and keen to learn / Flexible with a can-doattitude
• Previous experience of working in the Middle East would be an advantage

About Us

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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 25119
• Job Category Engineering
• Posting Date 12/04/2025, 05:20 AM
• Apply Before 01/04/2026, 05:20 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates