Senior/Lead Engineer - Structural Integrity

JOB DESCRIPTIONWood is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior/Lead Engineer - Structural Integrity as part of our Digital Consulting - Intelligent Assets business.
This is a technical role based in our Abu Dhabi or Doha office which will contribute to the delivery of engineering excellence through:
Definition and approval of technical scopes.
Executing assigned scopes of work.
Providing discipline expertise to the business.
Contributing to business growth.Designing the future.
Transforming the world.
Our Consulting teams combine consultancy solutions with technical expertise to support our client's capital investment decisions across the global energy and materials markets.From advisory (front end studies, concept design and strategic planning) to design (FEED, detailed design and owner's engineer) through to delivery (project management consulting), we lead our clients to the best possible outcomes.
Not forgetting our world-leading subsea, decarbonisation, new energies, asset optimization and technology development expertise, our ability to add value to our clients' portfolios and projects knows no bounds.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 organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business Competitive renumeration 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 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 The key high-level aspects of the role are as follows:
Leads structural integrity engineering workscopes and consultancy services as directed by immediate supervisor.
Serves as the primary discipline Lead engineer on projects.
Uses technical knowledge to perform engineering assignments and produces engineering deliverables including complex problems, with minimal guidance and direction.
Contributes to business development through regular engagement, relationship building and delivery to clients, as well as seeking opportunities to expand scope of work for Wood.
May supervise a small work group consisting of technical/professional staff with some coaching from own supervisor or may provide advice and guidance in area of specialisation to others.
Manage one or more small projects, with responsibility for cost, schedule, resources allocation and risk.
Provide appropriate HSSE leadership including compliance with site and office safety requirements and technical/design safety requirements.RESPONSIBILITIESRisk-Based Inspection (RBI):
Develop and implement RBI strategies to ensure the integrity and reliability of offshore structures.Inspection Planning & Execution:
Plan, coordinate, and execute structural inspections with Operator and Inspection Contractor.Written Schemes of Examination (WSE):
Prepare and manage WSE workpacks to ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards.Work Order Management:
Oversee the creation, tracking, and completion of work orders related to structural integrity.Structural Inspection Review:
Conduct thorough reviews of inspection reports and provide recommendations for corrective actions.Anomaly Management:
Identify, assess, and manage structural anomalies to maintain the safety and functionality of offshore assets.Structural Analysis:
Perform linear strength and fitness for service analyses to evaluate the structural integrity of offshore installations (preferred but not necessary).QUALIFICATIONSWhat 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:
ISCED Level 6 Bachelors (minimum) or Level 7 Masters (preferred) Degree in engineering discipline, alternatively, tertiary level education combined with suitable industry experience can be used to demonstrate equivalence.Minimum 10 working in the on- and offshore petrochemical industry.
Demonstrable experience of structural integrity projectsChartership or relevant professional engineer status accredited by a national or industry engineering institution preferred.Demonstratable CPD record showing examples of technical and consulting development.Essential:
Proven experience working with or for operators in the offshore sector.Extensive knowledge of both floating and fixed offshore structures.Strong background in RBI, inspection planning, and execution.Proficiency in preparing and managing Written Schemes of Examination (WSE).Experience in work order management and structural inspection review.Ability to manage structural anomalies effectively.Desirable:
Experience in structural analysis (linear strength, fitness for service).Experience in structural Finite Element Analysis (FEA).Intrapersonal SkillsFlexibility:
Able to travel to global site locations at short notice (on- and offshore).Problem Solving:
Good problem-solving skills using a logical and creative approach to solve complex engineering problems.Communication:
Capable communicator able to present project results and group competencies to existing and potential clients.Commercial awareness:
Under the direction of the Team Lead able to confidently manage day to day budgets and progress reporting on engineering projects.Mentoring:
Act as a mentor for junior engineers.
This involves formal training and informal assistance and guidance on a daily basis (in the office and on site).ABOUT USWood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets.
We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people.
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.