Trainee Civil Designer

Wood; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Group Life Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Professional development

Global connections

Energy Transition Academy

Job summary

Wood in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Trainee Civil Designer to work on diverse and challenging projects and to develop engineering skills with valuable industry experience.

This role emphasizes learning, practical application of civil engineering fundamentals, and the opportunity to contribute to a leading energy solutions provider with structured development plans and global collaboration.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles and practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet project deadlines.
• Adaptability to work on diverse tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
• Internship or relevant project experience (preferred).
• Eagerness to learn and develop as a professional engineer.

Responsibilities

• Graduate level understanding of Engineering practices design methods and calculations.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret technical information applicable to their discipline of engineering.
• Demonstrates the application of theory in a practical context.
• Graduate level of competence in the application of standards processes and procedures and how they are used in work execution.
• Graduate level of knowledge of regulatory framework and associated legislation.
• Graduate level of competence in own discipline in the execution of assigned tasks.
• Graduate level of knowledge of industry and technology development within discipline area.
• Ability to comprehend interpret and prepare applicable technical information and suggest design changes to ensure functional and cost effective results.
• Demonstrates awareness of policies and procedures that affect specific job assignments.
• Ability to prepare accurate effective complete and easily understood written communications and reports.
• Good level of general computer literacy and basic familiarity with some relevant specialist engineering software.

Skills

Civil engineering principles

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Remarkable people trusted by clients to design and advance the world

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Civil Designer; this role offers an excellent opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects while developing your skills and gaining valuable industry experience.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future, Transforming the world.

Wood s Oil Gas amp 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

• 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 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

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Graduate level understanding of Engineering practices design methods and calculations
• Ability to comprehend and interpret technical information applicable to their discipline of engineering
• Demonstrates the application of theory in a practical context
• Graduate level of competence in the application of standards processes and procedures and how they are used in work execution
• Graduate level of knowledge of regulatory framework and associated legislation
• Graduate level of competence in own discipline in the execution of assigned tasks
• Graduate level of knowledge of industry and technology development within discipline area
• Ability to comprehend interpret and prepare applicable technical information and suggest design changes to ensure functional and cost effective results
• Demonstrates awareness of policies and procedures that affect specific job assignments
• Ability to prepare accurate effective complete and easily understood written communications and reports
• Good level of general computer literacy and basic familiarity with some relevant specialist engineering software

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.

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.

Expected

• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles and practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet project deadlines.
• Adaptability to work on diverse tasks and in a fast‑paced environment.
• Bachelor s degree in civil engineering or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
• Internship or relevant project experience (preferred).
• Eagerness to learn and develop as a professional engineer.