Welding Engineer

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced Welding Engineer to join our team in Abu Dhabi. #LI- OilandGasJobs #LI-EnergyJobs #LI- UAEJObs #LI- WorkinUAE #LI- EngineeringCareers

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

Our Clients and Projects 

Designing the future. Transforming the world. 

Across EMEA, our teams are providing solutions and expertise to support our growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications and engineering services across the energy and materials markets.  

We are focused on growth and our strategy is centered around building partnerships with our clients across the three regions: UK, Norway and the Middle East and Africa.  

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 

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Responsible for overseeing and managing all welding-related activities on the construction site to ensure compliance with project specifications, international codes, and quality standards. The role involves developing welding procedures, qualifying welders, resolving technical issues, and supporting the QA/QC and construction teams throughout the project lifecycle
• Develop, review, and approve Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) in compliance with project and industry standards (e.g., ASME, AWS, API).
• Oversee welder qualification testing and maintain welder performance records.
• Provide technical support to site construction and fabrication teams on welding issues, materials selection, and joint design.
• Monitor and ensure welding activities comply with approved procedures, specifications, and quality standards.
• Liaise with QA/QC teams to support inspection, NDT coordination, and acceptance criteria.
• Investigate welding defects, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective/preventive actions.
• Review drawings and welding-related documentation to ensure accuracy and constructability.
• Support procurement by reviewing welding consumables and material specifications for compatibility.
• Participate in audits, client inspections, and project reviews related to welding and fabrication.
• Maintain records of welding activities, including weld maps, NDT reports, repair logs, and as-built documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies during all welding operations.

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 Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in welding engineering within the oil & gas or heavy industrial construction sector.
• Strong knowledge of welding codes and standards (ASME IX, AWS D1.1, API 1104, etc.).
• Experience with various welding techniques (GTAW, SMAW, FCAW, GMAW) and materials (carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steel).
• Familiarity with NDT techniques (RT, UT, PT, MT) and inspection requirements.
• Strong understanding of metallurgy, weldability, and welding defects.
• Good communication and coordination skills to work with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and isometric plans.
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or equivalent certification.
• Experience with offshore/onshore pipelines, pressure vessels, and structural welding.
• Familiarity with welding software and documentation systems (e.g., WeldEye, SmartWeld).