Principal Control System Engineer

-; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Principal Engineer - Control System Engineer. This role requires a minimum of 15 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry and at least 5 years in a managerial position within mega projects. Candidates should be fluent in English and possess expertise in Integrated Control and Safety Systems, alongside project management capabilities. This position offers opportunities on meaningful projects with competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits in the UAE.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Medical Insurance

Employee Share Plan

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Long Service Award

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years relevant experience in Oil & Gas industry.
• At least 5 years experience in managing teams for mega projects.
• Familiarity with international codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure design methods meet Client's requirements.
• Participate in project scheduling.
• Carry out calculations for electrical equipment specifications.

Skills

Expertise in Integrated Control Systems

Functional Safety knowledge

Project Management

Team leadership

Proficiency in English

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

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)
• Ensure that detail design methods, standards and data used on assigned projects meet the Client's requirements
• Participate in project scheduling and project review activities. Carry out calculations & studies required to finalize electrical equipment specifications

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 and standards
• Excellent command of both spoken and written English is required
• Enthusiastic, conscientious and keen to learn / Flexible with a can‑do attitude
• 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.