The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced PMC Lead Electrical Engineer with a proven track record in leading and managing all electrical engineering activities for a project, ensuring electrical systems are designed, procured, constructed, tested, and commissioned in accordance with project requirements, international standards, safety regulations, budget, and schedule objectives. The role serves as the primary electrical engineering authority within the PMC team and provides technical leadership to engineers, contractors, and stakeholders for a high-profile client.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world

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
• 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 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

The key objective for this role is:

The PMC Lead Electrical Engineer is responsible for leading and managing all electrical engineering activities to ensure the successful delivery of electrical systems that are safe, reliable, efficient, and fully compliant with project requirements, industry standards, budget constraints, and schedule commitments. Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com
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.

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:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Engineering Management, or Project Management is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE), Chartered Engineer (CEng), or equivalent professional accreditation is highly desirable.
• PMP or other project management certifications are considered an advantage.
• Minimum 15+ years of electrical engineering experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, LNG, Refinery, Power, Energy, or Infrastructure projects.
• Minimum 5 10 years in a lead or senior electrical engineering role on major projects.
• Proven experience in PMC, EPC, Owner's Engineer, or Engineering Consultancy environments.
• Experience across all project phases including FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, start-up, and handover.
• Demonstrated experience managing large multidisciplinary and multi-contractor project teams.

• Lead and manage all electrical engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle, from FEED and detailed engineering through construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to electrical engineers, EPC contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Review, evaluate, and approve electrical engineering deliverables, including:
  • Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
  • Load Lists
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Desired Candidate Profile

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:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Engineering Management, or Project Management is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE), Chartered Engineer (CEng), or equivalent professional accreditation is highly desirable.
• PMP or other project management certifications are considered an advantage.
• Minimum 15+ years of electrical engineering experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, LNG, Refinery, Power, Energy, or Infrastructure projects.
• Minimum 5 10 years in a lead or senior electrical engineering role on major projects.
• Proven experience in PMC, EPC, Owner's Engineer, or Engineering Consultancy environments.
• Experience across all project phases including FEED, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, start-up, and handover.
• Demonstrated experience managing large multidisciplinary and multi-contractor project teams.