Graduate Project Engineer (UAE Nationals)
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About the Role
Wood is seeking a Graduate Project Engineer (UAE Nationals) to support engineering and project execution activities. The role involves assisting project teams in planning, coordination, and technical tasks while developing project management skills.
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Responsibilities
- Assist in the coordination and execution of engineering and project activities in line with project schedules and objectives
- Support project engineers and managers in tracking progress, deliverables, and key milestones
- Prepare and maintain project documentation, including reports, schedules, meeting minutes, and technical submissions
- Liaise with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure alignment of project requirements
- Participate in design reviews, technical discussions, and project meetings
- Assist in monitoring project costs, timelines, and resource allocation
- Support procurement, vendor coordination, and expediting activities where required
- Ensure compliance with company procedures, client requirements, and relevant industry standards
- Contribute to risk identification, mitigation planning, and issue resolution
- Promote and adhere to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards at all times
- Engage in continuous learning and development to build technical and project management competencies
Requirements
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Instrumentation, or related discipline)
- 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships or training experience preferred)
- Basic understanding of engineering principles and project lifecycle in an EPC/EPCM environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Good organizational skills with attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Primavera, MS Project) is an advantage
- Ability to work effectively in a team oriented, multicultural environment
- Willingness to learn, take initiative, and adapt in a fast paced project environment
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Job Description
- This is an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Project Engineer (UAE Nationals) as 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
- 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 are the market leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions in oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonisation and electrification markets.
What We Can Offer
- Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
- Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews
- Medical Insurance
- Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance
- End of Service Gratuity in line with UAE Labor Law
- Employee Share Plan
- Long Service Award at 5 year service milestones
- Commitment to continued professional development
- Global connections with experts around the world
- Energy Transition Academy
Responsibilities
- Assist in the coordination and execution of engineering and project activities in line with project schedules and objectives
- Support project engineers and managers in tracking progress, deliverables, and key milestones
- Prepare and maintain project documentation, including reports, schedules, meeting minutes, and technical submissions
- Liaise with multidisciplinary engineering teams (e.g., mechanical, civil, electrical, instrumentation) to ensure alignment of project requirements
- Participate in design reviews, technical discussions, and project meetings
- Assist in monitoring project costs, timelines, and resource allocation
- Support procurement, vendor coordination, and expediting activities where required
- Ensure compliance with company procedures, client requirements, and relevant industry standards
- Contribute to risk identification, mitigation planning, and issue resolution
- Promote and adhere to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards at all times
- Engage in continuous learning and development to build technical and project management competencies
Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Instrumentation, or related discipline)
- 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships or training experience preferred)
- Basic understanding of engineering principles and project lifecycle in an EPC/EPCM environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Good organizational skills with attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Primavera, MS Project) is an advantage
- Ability to work effectively in a team oriented, multicultural environment
- Willingness to learn, take initiative, and adapt in a fast paced project environment
About Us
- 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.
- Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies.
Diversity Statement
- We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce.
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