PMC Lead Rotating Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned PMC Lead Rotating Engineer with extensive experience in leading engineering teams to successfully plan, execute, and complete technical engineering projects for a prominent client. This is a pivotal position within complex projects that involve mechanical rotating equipment.

About the Company and Projects

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies division boasts a strong heritage of delivering large-scale and challenging projects internationally for energy sector clients. We are recognized for providing comprehensive, innovative solutions across upstream and midstream oil and gas, gas-to-liquids, and decarbonization markets, both onshore and offshore. Our commitment to energy security and transition positions us at the forefront of delivering sustainable and low-carbon energy solutions.

Job Objective

• Provide expert mechanical engineering input on rotating equipment design.
• Ensure all engineering designs comply with applicable codes and ADNOC standards.
• Manage, coordinate, and oversee rotating equipment design work with EPC contractors, ensuring timely completion aligned with project goals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, EPC contractors, ADNOC engineering, operations, and site interface teams to resolve technical issues and uphold engineering integrity.
• Perform regular technical reviews to assure delivery quality and compliance with standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrate and oversee all mechanical rotating engineering activities within the project management team (IPMT).
• Ensure accuracy and quality of design outputs from engineering consultants and EPC contractors.
• Review and approve engineering work to comply with project specifications, ADNOC codes, and industry best practices.
• Participate in developing and analyzing design options to optimize equipment sizing, selection, and standardization.
• Ensure environmental and health compliance throughout design to meet corporate guidelines.
• Maximize use of existing facilities while optimizing new project infrastructure requirements.
• Contribute to layout, model, design reviews, and technical workshops.
• Support other discipline engineers by providing technical guidance and coordination.
• Lead technical reviews, bid evaluations, and performance assessments.
• Assist during installation, pre-commissioning, and commissioning phases.
• Report to ADNOC Discipline Team Leader and Engineering Manager while supporting Project Managers and engineers within the project management framework.
• Engage regularly with company technical teams, business units, operations, logistics groups, and contractor teams to ensure smooth coordination.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• At least 15 years of relevant experience within the oil and gas industry.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent technical leadership and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of international engineering codes and standards related to rotating equipment.
• Familiarity with engineering software tools and general business applications.
• Proven capability to independently plan, organize, and resolve complex engineering challenges effectively.

Additional Information

• Competitive remuneration package with periodic reviews.
• Comprehensive medical insurance covering inpatient and outpatient care.
• Group life and personal accident insurance coverage.
• End of service benefits in accordance with UAE labor laws.
• Employee share purchase plan with company matching contributions.
• Recognition awards for long service milestones.
• Personalized professional development plans tailored to individual aspirations.
• Access to a global network of industry experts and innovative knowledge-sharing through the Energy Transition Academy.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion across the workforce.