Engineer (Commercial Mechanical)

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced PMC engineer (commissioning mechanical)

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced PMC Engineer (Commissioning Mechanical) 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 planning, coordinating, supervising and executing mechanical pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up and performance testing activities for onshore oil and gas facilities. The engineer ensures that mechanical systems and equipment are safely and successfully transferred from construction to operations in accordance with client requirements, approved procedures, project specifications, HSE standards and applicable international codes.

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’ services 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 approved commissioning procedures, P&IDs, equipment datasheets, vendor manuals, commissioning philosophies and project specifications

Develop and execute mechanical pre-commissioning and commissioning procedures, checklists and test packs

Verify mechanical completion and ready for commissioning (RFC) status before starting commissioning activities

Review and clear mechanical punch-list items in coordination with construction, QA/QC and operations

Supervise pre-commissioning activities including:

Equipment inspection and cleaning

Flushing and chemical cleaning

Hydrostatic and pneumatic testing

Air blowing and nitrogen purging

Equipment lubrication

Lube-oil flushing

Leak testing

Alignment verification

Rotating equipment checks

Valve and piping system testing

Commission and test mechanical equipment including:

Centrifugal and positive-displacement pumps

Compressors

Air coolers

Heat exchangers

Pressure vessels

Tanks

Filters and strainers

Valves

Piping systems

Utility systems

Package equipment

Verify equipment installation, alignment, lubrication, preservation and mechanical integrity before start-up

Coordinate with electrical, instrumentation, process, operations, HSE and construction teams to ensure system readiness

Coordinate with vendors/OEM representatives during equipment commissioning and troubleshooting

Participate in FAT, SAT, equipment inspections and functional testing where applicable. Recent ADNOC commissioning roles specifically identify coordination with project, inspection and operations teams for FAT/SAT completion

Ensure work permits, isolations, blinds, depressurization, draining, purging and other commissioning prerequisites are properly implemented

Participate in system walkdowns and prepare/close commissioning punch lists

Troubleshoot mechanical problems encountered during pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up

Monitor equipment operating parameters such as pressure, temperature, flow, vibration, speed and lubrication conditions

Support initial equipment run-in, operational testing and performance testing

Coordinate commissioning activities with ADNOC operations to achieve safe and efficient start-up

Prepare commissioning schedules, daily progress reports, test records and system handover dossiers

Maintain accurate commissioning documentation, including check sheets, test reports, punch lists and acceptance certificates

Ensure as-built documentation and turnover packages are complete

Support final system handover from project/contractor to ADNOC operations

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 qualifications and experience

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent

Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical commissioning within oil & gas, petrochemical, refinery or EPC projects

Experience with onshore oil and gas facilities is highly preferred

ADNOC/ADNOC Onshore project experience is an advantage

Strong knowledge of mechanical pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up activities

Experience working with EPC contractors, vendors and client/operations teams

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.