Lead Electrical Designer

JOB DESCRIPTIONRemarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world. The Role This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer with a proven track record in understanding of the complexities involved in large-scale Gas Processing projects to meet objectives for a high-profile client. 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 decarbonisation 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 renumeration 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 The key objectives for this role are: Lead the development of detailed electrical schematics, layouts, and specifications for power, lighting, and control systems. Validate that all designs meet applicable codes (e.g., NEC, IEC), safety standards, and client requirements. Work closely with engineers, architects, and other discipline leads to integrate electrical systems into broader project frameworks. Provide leadership and technical direction to junior designers and drafters, ensuring quality and consistency across deliverables. Implement best practices and leverage design tools (e.g., Auto CAD, Revit, ETAP) to optimize workflows and reduce design errors. Contribute to scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation, and assist in resolving design-related issues during construction or commissioning. RESPONSIBILITIESKey Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Work under supervision of Lead Design / Design Engineer Review Designs for O&G processing facilities and their associated infrastructure Cooperate with other disciplines to ensure the timely realization of competitive, achievable and serviceable solutions, including their Production Information Documentation Participate in the definition of system and/or module specifications Participate in Site testing Apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to make adaptations and modifications in order to solve technical problems that arise Contribute to and participate in formal and informal design reviews and the development of engineering changes Execute the design process in order to realize the project, product and program plans Create designs that meet the specifications within the constraints given in the project plan Generate adequate Product Information/ Technical Product Documentation to qualify, integrate, produce and test product Collect and analyze information in order to report timely required information to different users and management. Provide regular status reporting to applicable management and departments in order to enable them to take required actions QUALIFICATIONSSkills 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: Minimum Diploma in Electrical Engineering Minimum 15 years of experience, minimum five year's experience in the same role Minimum three years' experience in the oil & gas, refining and petrochemical industries Experience in E3D and SP3D software is mandatory ABOUT USWood 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 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. 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.