Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced PMC Lead Materials Engineer for our ADNOC project in Abu Dhabi within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business.
Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be based full time at our client office in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates and will require occasional travel to Spain.
The Role
Lead all materials and corrosion engineering activities for ADNOC PMC projects. Ensure material selection, corrosion mitigation, metallurgy, and asset integrity comply with ADNOC specifications, international standards, and project requirements throughout FEED, Detailed Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning phases.
Our Clients and Projects
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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
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Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership
- Lead the Materials & Corrosion Engineering discipline for PMC projects.
- Act as the technical authority for material selection and corrosion management.
- Ensure compliance with ADNOC Engineering Standards and international codes.
- Develop and implement materials engineering strategies for project execution.
Engineering Review
- Review and approve:
- Material Selection Diagrams (MSDs)
- Material Requisitions
- Material Specifications
- Datasheets
- Corrosion Studies
- Metallurgical Reports
- Vendor Documents
- Verify material compatibility for:
- Sour service
- High-pressure/high-temperature applications
- Corrosive environments
- Offshore facilities
Corrosion Engineering
- Lead corrosion assessments.
- Review:
- Corrosion Management Plans
- Cathodic Protection Systems
- Coating Specifications
- Corrosion Monitoring Programs
- Recommend corrosion mitigation techniques to maximize asset life.
Procurement Support
- Evaluate vendor technical bids.
- Review material certifications.
- Resolve technical queries from suppliers.
- Support vendor inspections and manufacturing activities.
- Ensure full material traceability.
Interface Management
Coordinate with:
- Process Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Piping Engineering
- Inspection Teams
- Construction Teams
- Commissioning Teams
- ADNOC stakeholders
- EPC Contractors
- Licensors and Vendors
Risk & Integrity Management
- Identify material degradation mechanisms.
- Perform failure assessments.
- Participate in:
- HAZOP
- HAZID
- SIL Reviews
- Design Reviews
- Recommend solutions to improve plant reliability and lifecycle performance.
Quality Assurance
- Ensure compliance with:
- ADNOC Standards
- ASME
- ASTM
- API
- NACE/AMPP
- ISO
- Review Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
- Verify material certificates and QA/QC documentation.
Team Leadership
- Mentor materials engineers.
- Provide technical guidance across multidisciplinary teams.
- Review and approve engineering deliverables.
- Support project planning and schedule management.
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 Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
- Master's degree is advantageous.
- Minimum 15 years of Oil & Gas industry experience.
- Strong experience in PMC, EPC, FEED, and Detailed Engineering projects.
- Experience with ADNOC Onshore or Offshore projects is highly preferred.
