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Role Overview
Wood PLC is recruiting a Junior Instrument & Control Engineer for its Oil, Gas & New Energies business in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This is a full-time, office-based position for UAE nationals.
Company Overview
Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors, with 33,000 people in around 50 countries. The company supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions in oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids, and decarbonization and electrification markets, with experienced teams and a proven delivery model.
Role Purpose
To develop a solid foundation in Instrument & Control engineering by supporting design activities, enhancing proficiency in industry-standard tools, and gaining practical experience through field activities and interdisciplinary collaboration on large and complex energy projects.
Key Responsibilities
Design and Technical Development
- Develop a solid understanding of I&C engineering fundamentals by supporting design activities such as instrument selection, sizing, datasheets, and control philosophy preparation.
- Enhance proficiency in industry-standard tools such as SPI (INtools), AutoCAD, PLC/DCS configuration basics, and loop diagram development.
- Assist in creating and reviewing I&C documentation including hook-up drawings, cable schedules, instrument indexes, cause and effect diagrams, and I/O lists.
- Contribute to control system studies by supporting alarm rationalization, SIL assessments, and basic control logic development under mentor guidance.
Coordination and Integration
- Support interdisciplinary coordination with Process, Mechanical, Electrical, and Piping teams to ensure I&C requirements are fully integrated into project deliverables.
Field and Commissioning Activities
- Participate in field activities such as site surveys, instrument inspections, loop checks, and commissioning support to gain practical experience.
Compliance and Standards
- Learn and apply relevant standards and codes such as ISA, IEC, NEC, and API to ensure compliance and technical accuracy in design tasks.
Professional Development
- Invest in continuous development by completing I&C training modules (control systems, instrumentation basics, safety systems) and actively seeking feedback to improve.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited university.
- Basic understanding of instrumentation principles, sensors, control systems, PLCs, DCS, and automation concepts.
- Familiarity with key industry standards such as ISA, IEC, NEC, and API (basic level acceptable at graduate stage).
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, and control narratives.
Skills & Competencies
- Exposure to engineering software such as SPI/INtools, AutoCAD, and basic PLC/DCS simulation tools (advantageous).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with good attention to detail.
- Good communication and teamwork abilities to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and take part in on-the-job training, site visits, and technical development programs.
Additional Information
- Medical Insurance: Covers inpatient and outpatient medical care.
- Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: Company-provided life assurance cover.
- End of Service Gratuity: All employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit in line with UAE Labor Law.
- The Employee Share Plan: Opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company.
- Long Service Award: Recognition at 5-year service milestones to celebrate commitment and loyalty.
- Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans tailored to individual needs and interests.
- Global connections: Access to experts around the world who are at the leading edge of the industry.
- Energy Transition Academy: Community of experts sharing knowledge and gaining exposure to existing and emerging energy systems.
- Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews to ensure market-aligned rewards.
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Wood is an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce.