PMC Engineer (Communication Instrumentation And Control)

WOODAbu Dhabigulftalentpublished 08/25/2026
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Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced PMC engineer (commissioning instrumentation & control) with extensive experience in the oil and gas industry for ADNOC onshore client to be based 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 at onshore site in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

The role

Responsible for providing PMC technical supervision and assurance for instrumentation & control (I&C) pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up and handover activities. The engineer will monitor EPC contractor performance and ensure all activities comply with ADNOC requirements, approved project specifications, international standards, HSE requirements and the approved commissioning strategy.

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 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

Key responsibilities

Review and approve EPC contractor commissioning procedures, method statements, test packs and inspection/test records

Monitor I&C construction completion, mechanical completion, system/subsystem readiness and commissioning status

Coordinate and supervise electrical pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, including:

HV/MV/LV switchgear

Transformers

MCCs

Motors and VFDs

UPS and DC systems

Generators

Protection and control systems

Earthing and lightning protection

Electrical cables and termination

Coordinate and supervise instrumentation and control commissioning, including:

Field instruments and transmitters

Control valves and actuators

Instrument calibration

Loop checking

DCS/PLC systems

ESD/SIS systems

Fire & gas systems

SCADA and package interfaces

Cause & effect and logic testing

Review SLDs, schematics, P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, I/O lists, logic diagrams and cause & effect charts

Witness FAT, SAT, site testing, functional testing and integrated system testing

Coordinate with EPC contractor, construction, operations, vendors and commissioning teams to resolve technical issues

Monitor energization activities and ensure approved energization procedures and safety requirements are followed

Review and close commissioning punch items and ensure proper categorization and prioritization

Monitor system completion and turnover documentation, including MC/RFC/RFSU dossiers

Ensure all commissioning records, test results, calibration certificates and as-built documents are complete

Support troubleshooting during commissioning and start-up

Participate in HAZOP, HAZID, SIMOPS, operational readiness and commissioning readiness reviews where required

Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards, project specifications, IEC, IEEE, ISA, NFPA and applicable hazardous-area requirements

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, instrumentation & control engineering, electronics engineering or equivalent

Relevant professional certification is an advantage

Strong knowledge of oil & gas I&C commissioning practices

ADNOC project experience is highly preferred

About Wood

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.

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.