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Senior Instrumentation Engineer

Talentmate

United Arab Emirates

6th October 2026

2610-1964-2796

Job Description

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Instrumentation Engineer with extensive FEED experience on high-profile middle east projects.

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 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

Job Objective

The Senior Instrumentation Engineer is responsible for delivering high-quality instrumentation and control engineering solutions for ADNOC offshore projects. The role supports detailed engineering activities within the Central Engineering Division, ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant instrumentation systems in line with project specifications, ADNOC standards, and offshore execution requirements. The position plays a key role in coordinating across disciplines to ensure seamless integration of instrumentation and control systems within complex offshore facilities.

Responsibilities

Develop and review instrumentation and control engineering deliverables for offshore oil and gas facilities, including jackets, topsides, decks, modules, and support systems
Prepare and review instrument index, I/O lists, instrument data sheets, specifications, installation details, hook-up drawings, and material requisitions
Develop and review control system architecture, instrument location plans, cable schedules, termination diagrams, loop diagrams, and cause-and-effect charts
Ensure all instrumentation designs comply with ADNOC standards, international codes, project specifications, and applicable safety requirements
Coordinate closely with process, piping, mechanical, electrical, structural, telecom, and safety disciplines to ensure integrated and clash-free designs
Review vendor documentation, technical bids, instrument data, and supplier drawings for compliance with project requirements
Participate in HAZOP, SIL, LOPA, design reviews, 3D model reviews, and other technical workshops with stakeholders and clients
Support the selection and specification of field instruments, control valves, shutdown valves, analyzers, fire and gas devices, and associated instrumentation systems
Ensure appropriate consideration of hazardous area classification, offshore environmental conditions, maintainability, accessibility, and installation requirements
Assist in resolving technical queries, site clarifications, design changes, and construction-related issues during project execution
Review and approve engineering deliverables prepared by junior engineers and designers, ensuring technical accuracy and adherence to project standards
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior instrumentation engineers and designers
Support procurement, fabrication, installation, commissioning, and start-up activities where required
Ensure timely delivery of instrumentation engineering deliverables in line with project schedules and milestones
Support interface management between engineering teams, vendors, offshore construction teams, and commissioning personnel.

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 dont 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.

Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation, Control, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
Minimum 15 years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering within the oil and gas industry
Proven experience working on ADNOC offshore projects or similar Middle East offshore developments is highly preferred
Strong experience in detailed design engineering for offshore oil and gas facilities, including topsides, jackets, modules, platforms, and brownfield modifications
Extensive knowledge of instrumentation systems, control systems, safety instrumented systems, fire and gas systems, and industrial communication networks
Proficiency in engineering tools and platforms such as SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI), AVEVA Instrumentation, AutoCAD, MicroStation, Navisworks, and related design and document management systems
Sound understanding of international codes and standards, including ISA, IEC, API, NFPA, and relevant ADNOC engineering standards
Experience with instrument sizing, control valve selection, shutdown systems, hazardous area requirements, and instrumentation installation practices
Familiarity with SIL assessment, functional safety requirements, HAZOP, LOPA, and cause-and-effect development
Strong coordination skills with multidisciplinary engineering teams, vendors, contractors, and clients
Ability to work in a fast-paced EPC/EPCM/PMC environment on multi-billion-dollar offshore projects
Good communication, technical reporting, and problem-solving skills
Prior experience within a central engineering or shared services environment is an advantage.

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

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.

Job Details

Role Level:	Executive-Level	Work Type:	Full-Time
Country:	United Arab Emirates	City:	Abu Dhabi
Company Website:	http://www.woodplc.com	Job Function:	Engineering
Company Industry/ Sector:	Professional Services

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