Lead Process Engineer

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Lead Process Engineer

Wood

Location

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Experience

Senior

Posted

Jul 22, 2026

Apply by

August 21, 2026

Applicants

0

Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeWork from Office

Job Description

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced Lead Process Engineer for our client ADNOC in Abu Dhabi as part of our Project team within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business. The position will be based in office in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. - Provide technical expertise in all Process design - Ensure design and engineering compliance with relevant codes and ADNOC standards - Coordinate, Monitor and handle Process design and engineering with EPC Contractor as per project expectation and complete the same within the time frame - Work with other discipline engineers within IPMT, EPC Contractor, ADNOC Engineering / Operation / Site Interface to resolve technical issues and ensure quality Discipline Engineering execution and integrity etc. - Perform regular and timely technical reviews of Process Engineering deliverables developed by engineering consultants/contractors, ensuring design quality in compliance with relevant codes, standards, and best practices. ### Responsibilities - Ensure integration of overall Process Engineering. Overall coordination within IPMT Process Engineering Team - Ensure quality and accuracy of Engineering Consultant’s & EPC Contractor’s Process Engineering design activities - Review and approval of Engineering Consultant's and EPC Contractor’s work and ensure compliance with ADNOC project specifications, relevant codes and standards, and best industry practices - Coordinate the required engineering participation in the development and analysis of various design options and business models. Contribute input and expertise in the development and analysis of various design options and business models to design optimization and validation. - Participate in teams for equipment sizing / equipment selection considering optimization and standardization. - Ensure that the facilities are designed in accordance with the latest corporate guidelines with respect to environment and health aspects. - Ensure full utilization of the existing facilities while optimizing the facilities required for the new projects. - Participate in layout reviews, Model review, design reviews, and technical workshops. - Provide technical assistance and coordination with other discipline engineers. - Coordinate technical reviews and bid evaluation, and performance evaluation. - Provide technical assistance during installation, pre-commissioning & commissioning - Report to ADNOC Discipline Team Leader, Engineering Manager, and provide support to Project Managers and Engineers within the Project Management Team organization - Interface with Managers, Team Leaders and Engineers in Company's Technical Departments, Business Units, Operations Units, and Logistics Department - Interface regularly with Contractor’s Engineering and Project Management team and discipline engineers as and when required ### Qualifications - Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering - Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in oil and gas industry - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Excellent technical team and interpersonal skills - Experience and detailed knowledge of relevant international codes and standards - Knowledge of engineering computer programs and general business software - Ability to make independent decisions in the planning, organizing and coordinating to develop solutions to complex problems ### About the Company 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](https://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.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide technical expertise in process design and ensure compliance with relevant codes and ADNOC standards.
  • Coordinate and monitor process design and engineering activities with EPC contractors.
  • Perform regular technical reviews of engineering deliverables to ensure design quality and compliance.
  • Ensure integration of overall process engineering and coordinate within the IPMT team.
  • Review and approve engineering consultant and EPC contractor work for compliance with project specifications.
  • Participate in equipment sizing, selection, and optimization activities.
  • Ensure facilities are designed in accordance with environmental and health guidelines.
  • Participate in layout reviews, model reviews, and technical workshops.
  • Provide technical assistance during installation, pre-commissioning, and commissioning.
  • Interface with ADNOC management, project managers, and contractor engineering teams.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering

Skills Required

Process designEngineering computer programsBusiness softwareInternational codes and standardsWritten communicationVerbal communicationTechnical team skillsInterpersonal skillsIndependent decision makingPlanningOrganizingCoordinating

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