Senior Electrical Engineer

Wood; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer for ADNOC oil and gas projects in Abu Dhabi. You will provide electrical engineering oversight within the PMC team, ensuring compliance with ADNOC standards and international codes, across FEED through commissioning.

The role encompasses design review, vendor oversight, FATs, site support, and cross-disciplinary coordination to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-efficient solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in oil & gas projects, upstream offshore, working for competitors’ organizations in Middle East/GCC is essential.
• PMC experience is highly preferable.
• Large-scale EPC/EPCM project experience in the Middle East/GCC is a must.
• Must be qualified to obtain a CICPA and a UAE work visa.

Responsibilities

• Review electrical engineering deliverables prepared by EPC contractors and consulting engineers.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards, UAE regulations, and international codes (IEC, IEEE, NFPA, BS).
• Provide technical guidance on electrical engineering matters and coordinate across disciplines.
• Support construction, commissioning, and start-up phases with safe, reliable delivery.
• Monitor contractor performance and participate in design reviews, workshops, and FATs.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Job Description
Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer for our Engineering team in Abu Dhabi within our within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be based at our office in Abu Dhabi.

Job Description
Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer for our Engineering team in Abu Dhabi within our within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be based at our office in Abu Dhabi.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer with a proven track record in the detailed design of ADNOC projects.

Our Clients and Projects
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

Job Objective
Provide electrical engineering expertise and technical oversight within the Project Management Consultancy (PMC) team for ADNOC oil and gas projects. Ensure that all electrical engineering activities performed by EPC contractors comply with ADNOC standards, project specifications, applicable international codes, and industry best practices. Support project execution throughout FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and start-up phases while ensuring safety, quality, cost efficiency, and schedule adherence.

Responsibilities
Engineering Management & Technical Review

• Review and approve electrical engineering deliverables prepared by EPC contractors and engineering consultants.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards, project specifications, UAE regulations, and international codes such as IEC, IEEE, NFPA, and BS standards.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations on electrical engineering matters.
• Support multidisciplinary engineering reviews and resolve technical interface issues.
• Participate in design reviews, value engineering studies, and constructability assessments.
• Electrical Design Oversight
• Review and monitor electrical system designs, including:
• Power generation and distribution systems
• High Voltage (HV), Medium Voltage (MV), and Low Voltage (LV) systems
• Substations and switchgear
• Transformers and motor control centers (MCCs)
• UPS systems and battery systems
• Electrical load calculations and load flow studies
• Short circuit, protection coordination, and arc flash studies
• Earthing and lightning protection systems
• Hazardous area electrical installations
• Lighting systems and small power distribution
• Ensure electrical designs meet operational, reliability, maintainability, and safety requirements.

Contractor Engineering Management

• Monitor EPC contractor engineering performance and compliance with project requirements.
• Review technical queries, design deviations, concessions, and engineering change requests.
• Evaluate contractor proposals and recommend optimal engineering solutions.
• Participate in technical clarification meetings and design workshops.
• Ensure timely resolution of engineering issues affecting project schedules.

Procurement & Vendor Package Support

• Review electrical equipment specifications, datasheets, and procurement documents.
• Evaluate vendor offers and technical bid evaluations.
• Review vendor drawings and documents for major electrical equipment.
• Ensure vendor packages comply with project and ADNOC requirements.
• Support factory acceptance tests (FATs) and vendor inspections when required.

Construction & Commissioning Support

• Provide technical support during construction, installation, testing, and commissioning phases.
• Review construction methodologies and electrical installation procedures.
• Support resolution of site technical issues and non-conformance reports (NCRs).
• Participate in site inspections, pre-commissioning activities, and system handovers.
• Ensure electrical systems are commissioned safely and in accordance with project requirements.

Interface & Coordination Management

• Coordinate with process, mechanical, piping, civil, instrumentation, telecom, and operations disciplines.
• Ensure proper integration of electrical systems with other project systems.
• Participate in project coordination meetings and engineering reviews.
• Support effective management of interfaces between ADNOC, PMC, EPC contractors, and vendors.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure engineering deliverables meet project quality standards.
• Participate in technical audits, design reviews, and quality assessments.
• Verify implementation of project specifications and lessons learned.
• Monitor closure of engineering comments and audit findings.

HSE & Risk Management

• Ensure electrical engineering activities comply with ADNOC HSE requirements.
• Support HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, constructability, and risk assessment workshops.
• Promote safe design principles and electrical safety requirements.
• Identify project risks related to electrical systems and recommend mitigation measures.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare engineering reports, technical evaluations, and progress updates.
• Review contractor engineering schedules and deliverable status reports.
• Monitor engineering performance against project milestones.
• Maintain records of technical reviews, approvals, and project correspondence.

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 in engineering
• Minimum 15 years of experience in oil & gas projects upstream offshore industry working for competitors’ organization such as Kent, KBR, Worley, Petrofac, Saipem
• PMC experience is high preferable
• Large projects experience is must. Middle East / GCC experience on projects with Saudi Aramco, Qatar Energy, PDO, etc. is a must
• At least 3+ years’ experience in similar position
• At least 5+ years in a PMC role on ADNOC or similar Middle East projects
• Strong experience in large-scale EPC/EPCM projects (CAPEX > USD 500M)
• Familiarity with ADNOC standards, specifications, and work practices is essential
• Must be qualified to obtain a CICPA and a UAE work visa

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
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