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Lead Instrument Engineer

2 days ago 2026/08/26
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Job description

Wood is currently recruiting for a Lead Instrument Engineer to join its UAE business unit, focusing on decision making on critical technical topics providing solutions.
This is a full-time onsite position in Dubai, UAE with travel requirement.



Wood 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 45 countries, employing around 25,000 people. www.woodplc.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.

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Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.


Wood is currently recruiting for a Lead Instrument Engineer to join its UAE business unit, focusing on decision making on critical technical topics providing solutions.
This is a full-time onsite position in Dubai, UAE with travel requirement.


#Wood #UAE #Dubai #Lead Instrument Engineer 


The role


This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Instrument Engineer to join our UAE Business Unit.


Our Clients and Projects 


Designing the future. Transforming the world. 


This Project aims to take over the existing asset and maximize the production in 2 phases. This is a fast-track project and schedule-oriented Design to enhance the production. 


The Phase 1 will restore, upgrade, and develop the current plant (CPF1) including: Restoration of initial CPF1 capacity; building a new export pipeline (24”, ~30km); restoration of CPF1 integrity and operability; flaring elimination and released water; development of new flowlines, pads, and electrification network for approximately 30 new wells; debottlenecking of the plant; upgrade of the Safety and Security facilities. 


Our scope is to provide Engineering, Procurement services and Construction assistance (EPsCa) for the initial development phase of the field in Southern Iraq. The scope of services includes FEED, detailed design, procurement support, and construction and commissioning assistance.


What we can offer


  • Meaningful and interesting projects Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq 
  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice 
  • Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market 
  • 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 
  • 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 
  • 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 

Job Purpose 


  • Be very strong technically in all main topics covered within the project (main instruments, ICSS…)
  • Have field experience in upstream oil and gas production facilities
  • Be pro-active 
  • Be decision making on critical technical topics providing solutions
  • Be good in communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications:

Skills and Qualifications:


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:


  • Degree qualification in Instrument Engineering.
  • Minimum of 15 years experience in the oil and gas industry.
  • Minimum of 5 years proven capability in an engineering design company.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of Instrument and Controls engineering design and analysis.
  • Familiar with the typical software packages that are used for Instrument and Controls engineering design.
  • Experience of the application of HAZOP, HAZID and SIL Rating to Instrument and Controls design.
  • Experience of working with multi-national and multi-cultural project teams is strongly preferred.
  • Fluent in both spoken and written English language.
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