Process Engineer Wood UAE

Delivering Critical Solutions for a Sustainable Energy Future

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, delivering transformative solutions across the energy and materials markets. Our expertise spans the entire asset lifecycle—from concept and design to operations, optimization, and decommissioning. We are dedicated to solving some of the world’s most critical challenges in energy security and sustainability. In strategic partnership with CATS (Contractor And Technical Services), we are undertaking a significant global recruitment campaign. We are seeking experienced professionals for oilfield, oil & gas, and broader energy sector roles across key international locations: UAE, Saudi Arabia (KSA), United Kingdom, India, Kuwait, Malaysia, Brunei, and Kazakhstan. This initiative represents a major opportunity to join a world-class team on some of the most complex and impactful energy projects worldwide.

Global Project Locations: Where Expertise Meets Opportunity

Our partnership with CATS enables us to deploy talent to client sites and Wood offices in regions that are pivotal to the global energy landscape. Each location offers unique project challenges and professional environments:

• Middle East: UAE (Abu Dhabi, Dubai), Saudi Arabia (Al Khobar, Riyadh, Jeddah), Kuwait. The epicenter of large-scale upstream and downstream hydrocarbon projects, including massive field developments, gas processing, and energy transition initiatives.

• Europe: United Kingdom (Aberdeen, London, Reading). A hub for North Sea operations, offshore wind projects, and our global specialist engineering centers.

• Asia: India (Chennai, Mumbai, Gurgaon), Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur), Brunei. Major centers for detailed engineering, design, project delivery, and offshore operations support.

• Central Asia: Kazakhstan. A critical region for major onshore oil and gas field developments and associated infrastructure.

This global footprint provides unparalleled opportunities for cross-cultural project experience, international career mobility, and exposure to both conventional and new energy technologies.

Our Partnership with CATS: Expanding Our Capability

Our collaboration with CATS (Contractor And Technical Services) is a force multiplier. CATS specializes in the provision of highly skilled, vetted personnel to the energy sector. This partnership means:

• Access to Major Projects: Roles are often embedded within large, long-term client projects operated by leading national and international oil companies.

• Streamlined Recruitment: A joint focus on efficiently matching candidate expertise with specific project requirements.

• Enhanced Support: Combined resources for mobilization, logistics, and on-site support in remote or challenging locations.

Career Pathways in Energy & Engineering

We are recruiting across the full spectrum of disciplines required to plan, engineer, build, and maintain energy assets.

1. Engineering & Design

The technical core of our project delivery.

• Process Engineers, Mechanical Engineers (Static & Rotating), Piping Engineers, Pipeline Engineers

• Civil, Structural, & Architectural (CSA) Engineers

• Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation (EICA) Engineers

• HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) Engineers

• Subsea & Pipeline Engineers

2. Project Management & Controls

Driving project execution to schedule and budget.

• Project Managers, Project Engineers, & Construction Managers

• Planning & Scheduling Engineers, Cost Engineers

• Contract Administrators, Commercial Managers

• Risk & Assurance Managers

3. Operations, Maintenance & Integrity

Ensuring asset safety, reliability, and performance.

• Operations Managers & Supervisors

• Maintenance Engineers & Planners

• Inspection, Integrity & Reliability Engineers

• Turnaround & Shutdown Specialists

4. Geosciences & Subsurface

Unlocking and managing reservoir potential.

• Reservoir Engineers, Petroleum Engineers, Drilling Engineers

• Geologists, Geophysicists, Petrophysicists

• Well Intervention & Completions Engineers

5. Consulting & Advisory

Providing strategic insight across the energy transition.

• Energy Transition Consultants (CCUS, Hydrogen, Renewables)

• Decarbonization Specialists

• Technical Safety & Risk Consultants

Comprehensive Compensation & Assignment Benefits

Wood, in partnership with CATS, offers competitive, location-specific packages designed for the global energy market. Benefits are tailored to assignment type (office-based, site-based, rotational).

• Competitive Tax-Free Salaries: Especially in Middle Eastern locations like UAE, KSA, and Kuwait, offering high net-income potential.

• Project Allowances & Bonuses: Site uplift, hardship allowances (where applicable), and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive Accommodation & Logistics: For site and expatriate roles, typically includes free, quality housing or a substantial living allowance, and company-provided transportation or travel allowances.

• Health & Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive international medical insurance for you and eligible dependents. Life insurance and income protection schemes.

• Travel & Leave: Generous annual leave with paid airfare to your home country (for expatriate assignments). For rotational roles (e.g., 28/28, 42/21), travel is provided at rotation change.

• Financial Security: Retirement savings or pension plans, often with company contribution.

• Professional Development: Commitment to continuous learning through Wood’s global training platforms and support for professional chartership and certifications.

Who We Are Looking For: The Ideal Wood Professional

We seek technically excellent, safety-driven professionals who thrive in challenging, multicultural project environments.

• Technical Expertise & Qualifications: A recognized degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline, complemented by specific industry experience. Professional chartership (e.g., P.E., C.Eng., P.Eng.) is highly valued.

• Proven Project Experience: A demonstrable track record in your discipline within the oil & gas, energy, or related process industries. Experience on mega-projects is a significant advantage.

• Uncompromising Safety Focus: A deep personal commitment to HSE principles, with training in standards like OSHA, NEBOSH, or IOSH often required.

• Adaptability & Resilience: The ability to perform effectively in diverse teams and, for site roles, adapt to remote or camp-based living conditions.

• Client & Results Orientation: A focus on delivering quality outcomes that meet client and project objectives.

The Wood & CATS Recruitment Process

Our joint process is designed to be rigorous and efficient, respecting your time while ensuring a strong project fit.

1. Application Submission: Candidates typically apply through the Wood careers portal or are engaged via the CATS network. A detailed, up-to-date CV is essential.

2. Joint Screening: Initial screening by recruiters from both Wood and CATS to assess qualifications, experience, and suitability for current project vacancies.

3. Technical Assessment: A formal interview with Wood’s technical discipline lead or project engineering manager. This may include a review of past projects, technical problem-solving, and discussions on relevant standards.

4. Client Interview (For Specific Roles): For positions directly embedded with a client, an interview with the client’s representative is a standard and critical step.

5. Offer & Mobilization: A formal offer detailing the full compensation and benefits package. The mobilization team then manages visas, medicals, travel, and site onboarding.

How to Apply for Global Energy Roles

Ready to advance your career on the global stage with Wood?

To explore opportunities and understand the application pathway, we recommend the following steps:

Primary Application Route:
Visit the official Wood Global Careers website: https://www.woodplc.com/careers

• Use the location filter to search for openings in your preferred country.

Understanding the Partnership:

• While you apply through Wood, your application may be processed in conjunction with our trusted partner, CATS, to efficiently match your skills with project needs. You may see references to this partnership during the process.

• For certain project-specific vacancies, you may be contacted directly by a CATS recruiter representing Wood’s requirements.

Application Preparation Guidelines:

• Tailor Your CV: Create a detailed, chronological CV. For each role, list:

  • Project Name & Client

  • Project Value/Capacity (if known)

  • Your Key Responsibilities & Achievements

  • Software & Standards used

• Highlight Key Words: Include keywords from the job description such as specific engineering disciplines, software (SP3D, PDMS, AutoCAD, SAP), and industry standards (API, ASME, ISO).

• Certifications & Tickets: Clearly list all professional certifications, safety training certificates, and any required “offshore tickets” or medicals if applicable.

• Be Clear on Location Flexibility: Indicate your willingness and suitability for office-based, site-based, or rotational work in your target regions.