Graduate Development Program Technical - UAE Nationals

Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, AE

Employment type: Employee

Place of work: Office

Offshore/Onshore: Onshore

TechnipFMC is committed to driving real change in the energy industry. Our ambition is to build a sustainable future through relentless innovation and global collaboration – and we want you to be part of it. You’ll be joining a culture that values curiosity, expertise, and ideas as well as equal opportunities, inclusion, and authenticity. Bring your unique energy to our team of more than 21,000 people worldwide, and discover a rewarding, fulfilling, and varied career that you can take in anywhere you want to go.

Job Purpose

The Emirati Development Associate – Technical is a participant in TechnipFMC's 24-month fixed term Emirati Development Program (EDP), designed to build the next generation of UAE National technical talent. Through structured rotational assignments, the incumbent will gain hands-on experience across manufacturing, workshop, field services, engineering, quality, logistics, maintenance, and operational support functions, developing the technical, safety, and professional capabilities required for future technical roles within the organization.

Job Description

Technical Development

• Participate in structured rotational assignments across multiple technical and operational functions.
• Develop a strong understanding of TechnipFMC products, services, technologies, and operational processes.
• Support equipment assembly, testing, inspection, maintenance, repair, and operational activities under supervision.
• Assist in troubleshooting technical issues and identifying solutions through practical application of engineering principles.
• Gain exposure to technical drawings, product specifications, manufacturing standards, and engineering documentation.
• Learn asset management and equipment lifecycle management principles.

Field & Operational Exposure

• Participate in field service activities, including customer-site and operational assignments where required.
• Support offshore, workshop, and on-site operational activities in line with business requirements.
• Develop an understanding of client expectations, operational delivery, and service excellence standards.
• Build awareness of planning, scheduling, and execution requirements for technical projects.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to all company HSE policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Support quality inspections, testing activities, and compliance initiatives.
• Develop a strong safety-first mindset and actively promote safe working practices.
• Participate in mandatory safety training and competency development programs.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, standards, and operational procedures.

Continuous Learning & Development

• Successfully complete all assigned learning objectives for each rotation.
• Participate in technical training, coaching, mentoring, and development activities.
• Deliver progress presentations and development projects as part of program requirements.
• Seek feedback and actively implement development actions.
• Demonstrate continuous improvement, accountability, and ownership of personal development.

You are meant for this job if:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline; or
• Higher Diploma in a relevant technical discipline; or
• Diploma in a relevant technical discipline.

Eligibility

• UAE National (Family Book required).
• Fresh graduate or candidate with up to 1-2 years of professional experience.
• Commitment to successfully complete the entire 24-month Emirati Development Program.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Strong willingness to learn and develop.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration mindset.
• Basic analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to follow processes, procedures, and standards.
• Interest in technical, operational, manufacturing, or field-based environments.
• Flexibility to rotate across departments, locations, workshops, and field environments.
• Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Program Rotations

Rotational assignments may include:

• Manufacturing / Assembly & Test (A&T)
• Quality Control & Inspection
• Logistics & Warehousing
• Engineering
• Field Services (FST)
• Maintenance, Modification & Repair (MMR)
• Planning & Scheduling
• Asset Management
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

Performance Measures

Success within the program will be evaluated through:

• Achievement of rotation objectives.
• Technical competency development.
• Attendance and conduct standards.
• Manager and mentor assessments.
• Progress presentations and project assignments.
• Final assessment and placement evaluation based on performance and business requirements.

Skills

Communication

Educational Technology

Being a global leader in the energy industry requires an inclusive and diverse environment. TechnipFMC promotes equal opportunities and inclusion by ensuring equal opportunities to all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, gender expressions, disabilities, or all other pluralities. We celebrate who you are and what you bring. Every voice matter and we encourage you to add to our culture.

TechnipFMC respects the rights and dignity of those it works with and promotes adherence to internationally recognized human rights principles for those in its value chain.

Date posted: Oct 15, 2026

Requisition number: 20710