Senior Piping Designer - SP3D

John Wood Group PLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Group Life and Personal Accident

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Professional development programs

Global connections

Energy Transition Academy

Job summary

John Wood Group PLC in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Senior Piping Designer (SP3D) to craft detailed piping layouts and 3D SP3D models for major energy projects. Offshore background and strong CAD/SP3D skills are essential to meet client specifications and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role offers diverse projects, professional development and comprehensive benefits as part of a global energy solutions leader. International exposure and stable career progression are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with 15+ years of offshore piping experience.
• Offshore experience is mandatory and SP3D proficiency required.
• Proficient in AutoCAD/MicroStation and SP3D modelling.
• Familiar with relevant codes, standards and client specifications.
• Able to create base design drawings and models with minimal guidance.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate piping layouts and 3D SP3D models for projects.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects and stakeholders to meet requirements.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and project specs.
• Maintain design documentation including isometrics and piping plans.
• Review, QA design outputs and resolve design issues during the lifecycle.

Skills

Piping design

SP3D knowledge

Manual CAD drafting

SP3D modelling

Codes & standards knowledge

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

SP3D

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Piping Designer (SP3D) with a proven track record in creating detailed piping design layouts and 3D models using Smart Plant 3D (SP3D) software to support engineering and construction projects for a high-profile client.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Across EMEA, our teams are providingsolutionsandexpertiseto support our growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications and engineering services across the energy and materials markets.

We arefocused on growthand our strategy is centered around building partnerships with our clients across the three regions: UK, Norway and the Middle East and Africa.

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’ services of our employees at 5 - year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development:Development plans that be 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

The key objectives for this role are:

• Creating accurate and detailed piping design layouts and 3D models using SmartPlant 3D (SP3D) software.
• Collaborating with engineers, architects, and other stakeholders to ensure designs meet project requirements and specifications.
• Ensuring all piping designs comply with relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations.
• Maintaining comprehensive design documentation, including specifications, isometrics, and piping plans.
• Conducting thorough reviews and quality checks of design work to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Incorporating innovative design solutions and staying current with advancements in piping design tools and techniques.
• Addressing and resolving design-related issues and challenges that arise during the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Good all - round knowledge of Piping design with Brownfield offshore experience and Smart Plant 3D modelling and reviewing software
• Execute design and draughting activities (Concept, Front End Engineering Development, Technical Study and Detailed Design)
• Prepare sketches, Piping drawings and designs from agreed work scopes with minimum input from engineering personnel
• Achieve safety standards as defined in personal performance contract
• Responsible for assessing effectiveness of working practices and systems with a view to continuously improving systems, personal and team performance
• Carry out site surveys
• Ensure, as far as is practically possible, that all assigned work is carried out in compliance with the agreed budget and schedule
• Maintain required technical quality of work
• Keep up to date with technical developments, national and international standards and legislative requirements related to discipline work scope
• Maintain filing system
• Encourage and provide lateral learning within project
• Provide technical assistance to discipline assigned personnel as required
• Assist Lead / Senior Engineer and others when requested in the execution of their responsibilities and duties

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:

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with minimum of 15+ years of experience
• Offshore experience is mandatory
• Sound knowledge of manual and CAD draughting techniques
• Software skills like AUTOCAD, MICROSTATION, etc is mandatory
• 3D Software skills like SP3D is mandatory
• Aware of and able to use codes of practice, standards, and relevant sections of statutory documentation as applicable to draughting function
• Aware of and able to use COMPANY and CLIENT standards
• Able to create base design drawings / models from agreed work scope with minimal guidance
• Ability to accept delegated responsibility for designated tasks
• Experience in acting as a focal point / Self checking / checking of others work

Job Info

• Job Identification 33252
• Posting Date 10/28/2026, 07:46 AM
• Apply Before 12/27/2026, 07:46 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates