Senior QA/QC Engineer

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

The Role 

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior QA/ QC with a proven track record in ensuring workplace safety, environmental compliance, and employee well-being by developing policies, conducting risk assessments, and overseeing company-wide safety initiatives 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 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 

The key objectives for this role are:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate workplace hazards to ensure a safe working environment.
• Ensure adherence to local, national, and international health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate employees on safety protocols and best practices.
• Analyze workplace accidents and near misses to determine root causes and implement preventive measures.
• Develop and implement strategies to minimize environmental impact and promote sustainability.
• Establish and maintain emergency response plans to handle workplace incidents effectively.
• Monitor and enhance HSE policies and procedures to align with industry standards and best practices.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• 15+ years of experience in Procurement Quality Management, specializing in Mechanical Quality Control for Static and Rotating Equipment within Piping, Structural, and Pipeline systems.
• Lead vendor and subcontractor selection and approval, ensuring compliance with mechanical quality standards and procurement best practices.
• Oversee procurement quality management, ensuring alignment with industry standards, project specifications, and supplier evaluation protocols.
• Develop and implement inspection & testing plans, ensuring thorough quality assessments for mechanical components and systems.
• Conduct criticality rating assessments to optimize procurement strategies for static and rotating mechanical equipment.
• Supervise vendor/subcontractor inspections, audits, and non-conformance (NC) resolution, maintaining strict adherence to mechanical QC protocols.
• Define and monitor Procurement Quality Objectives & KPIs, driving continuous improvement in QC and procurement efficiency.
• Evaluate vendor & subcontractor performance, leveraging detailed analysis and assessments for procurement-driven decision-making.
• Ensure accurate procurement document control, maintaining traceability, compliance, and documentation integrity.
• Conduct technical bid evaluations, resolve technical queries, and manage change requests effectively within procurement and quality control operations.
• Liaise with Third-Party Inspection Agencies, ensuring compliance with mechanical-related regulations and industry standards for static and rotating equipment.
• Prepare and present procurement quality performance reports, offering key insights for process optimization and strategic improvements.
• Review and approve vendor/subcontractor documentation, ensuring alignment with mechanical project requirements and procurement quality frameworks.
• Guarantee strict compliance with project codes, standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements for mechanical QC in static/rotating equipment, piping, structure, and pipeline projects.

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:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline.
• 13+ years of experience in Oil & Gas project design, spanning Conceptual to Detailed Design stages.
• 5+ years in a Senior Engineer position, leading major Greenfield/Brownfield projects.
• Extensive expertise in procurement quality management, including vendor selection, technical bid evaluation, and material compliance for static and rotating equipment.
• Strong background in control system design, including instrumentation and control equipment selection, control loop development, field instrumentation (sensors, transmitters, actuators), and communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Foundation Fieldbus).
• Experienced in leading and managing teams of 50+ engineers and designers, ensuring procurement-driven quality control and efficiency.
• Proven ability to coordinate satellite office teams, overseeing productivity and quality control across multiple locations.
• Proficiency in industry software, including InTools, Conval, SPI, 3D Model Review Tools (SPR & Navisworks), and MS Office Suite.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and adaptable, capable of multitasking and thriving under tight schedules in a fast-paced multidisciplinary team environment.
• Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively engage with diverse, multinational teams and disciplines.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering work planning, interdisciplinary coordination, and procurement quality control methodologies.
• Comprehensive understanding of construction practices and cost economics related to mechanical static and rotating equipment in large-scale projects.