Senior Civil Designer

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is recruiting an experienced Senior Civil & Structural Designer in Abu Dhabi. You will deliver high-quality civil and structural design for EPCM projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with relevant standards. The role offers a competitive remuneration package, medical insurance, and opportunities for professional development. Join a market leader in the energy sector that emphasizes diversity and inclusion.

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

• Experience in delivering EPCM projects from concept to detailed design.
• Strong background in civil and structural drafting and design.
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams to meet project deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality design and drafting outputs.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and standards.

Skills

Civil and structural design expertise

Technical coordination

Knowledge of applicable codes and standards

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

CAE Software

Job description

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Civil & Structural Designer for one of our clients in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates as part of our Civil Engineering team within Oil, Gas & New Energies business. Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be based full time at our office in Abu Dhabi Engineering Center team.

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

The Role

The Senior Civil & Structural Designer is responsible for delivering high-quality civil and structural design and drafting deliverables for EPCM projects, from concept through detailed design and construction support. The role requires strong technical expertise, coordination with multidisciplinary teams, and compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client specifications.

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 decarbonisation 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

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.