PMC Lead Weight Control Engineer (Greenfield) (Gas CAP)

Role Overview

PMC Lead Weight Control Engineer (Greenfield) (Gas CAP) at Wood PLC, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer with extensive FEED experience on high-profile Middle East projects.

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. Across EMEA, teams provide solutions and expertise to support a growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications and engineering services across the energy and materials markets. The strategy centers around building partnerships with clients across three regions: UK, Norway, and the Middle East and Africa.

Role Purpose

Establish and implement the project Weight Control Management Plan, lead all weight engineering activities across engineering, procurement, fabrication, and installation phases, and ensure compliance with project weight and Center of Gravity targets for offshore Gas Cap facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Weight Control Planning and Management

• Develop, implement, and maintain the project Weight Control Management Plan, procedures, and reporting systems for offshore Gas Cap facilities.
• Establish project weight budgets and monitor compliance throughout FEED, Detailed Engineering, Procurement, Fabrication, and Installation phases.
• Maintain the project Weight Control Register and ensure accurate tracking of equipment, structural steel, piping, electrical, instrumentation, and telecom weights.

Monitoring and Analysis

• Monitor weight growth trends and identify potential exceedances against approved weight allowances and contingency margins.
• Perform and review weight estimates, weight reports, load summaries, and weight reconciliation activities.
• Evaluate the impact of engineering changes, design modifications, and vendor updates on overall weight and Center of Gravity.

Center of Gravity Management

• Manage and verify Center of Gravity calculations for offshore topsides, jackets, modules, and associated facilities.
• Support structural engineers by providing accurate weight data for structural analysis, transportation, lifting, and installation studies.

Coordination and Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with Process, Mechanical, Piping, Structural, Electrical, Instrumentation, and Telecom disciplines to ensure accurate weight inputs and reporting.
• Review and approve EPC Contractor and vendor weight control methodologies, calculations, and deliverables.
• Conduct periodic audits of contractor weight control systems to ensure compliance with project requirements.

Design and Technical Review

• Participate in 3D model reviews, design reviews, constructability reviews, and technical assurance workshops.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering within the oil and gas industry.
• Proven experience working on ADNOC offshore projects or similar Middle East offshore developments is highly preferred.
• Strong experience in detailed design engineering for offshore oil and gas facilities, including topsides, jackets, modules, platforms, and brownfield modifications.

Skills & Competencies

• Extensive knowledge of instrumentation systems, control systems, safety instrumented systems, fire and gas systems, and industrial communication networks.
• Proficiency in engineering tools and platforms such as SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI), AVEVA Instrumentation, AutoCAD, MicroStation, Navisworks, and related design and document management systems.
• Sound understanding of international codes and standards, including ISA, IEC, API, NFPA, and relevant ADNOC engineering standards.
• Experience with instrument sizing, control valve selection, shutdown systems, hazardous area requirements, and instrumentation installation practices.
• Familiarity with SIL assessment, functional safety requirements, HAZOP, LOPA, and cause-and-effect development.
• Strong coordination skills with multidisciplinary engineering teams, vendors, contractors, and clients.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced EPC/EPCM/PMC environment on multi-billion-dollar offshore projects.
• Good communication, technical reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• Prior experience within a central engineering or shared services environment is an advantage.

Additional Information

Benefits

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high-profile clients across the Energy Sector.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across the business.
• Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews to ensure alignment with market rates.
• Medical Insurance covering inpatient and outpatient medical care.
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance providing Life Assurance cover.
• End of Service Gratuity in line with UAE Labor Law, available to all employees.
• The Employee Share Plan giving the opportunity to purchase Wood shares with company matching.
• Long Service Award celebrating commitment and loyalty at 5-year service milestones.
• Commitment to continued professional development with tailored development plans.
• Global connections with experts around the world at the leading edge of the industry.
• Energy Transition Academy providing a community of experts sharing knowledge and exposure to existing and emerging energy systems.