Graduate Instrument & Control Engineer

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced Graduate I&C Engineer -UAE National, as part of our Engineering team within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be full time office based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

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.

Objectives:

Develop a solid understanding of I&C engineering fundamentals by supporting design activities such as instrument selection, sizing, datasheets, and control philosophy preparation.

Enhance proficiency in industry‑standard tools such as SPI (INtools), AutoCAD, PLC/DCS configuration basics, and loop diagram development.

Assist in creating and reviewing I&C documentation including hook‑up drawings, cable schedules, instrument indexes, cause & effect diagrams, and I/O lists.

Support interdisciplinary coordination with Process, Mechanical, Electrical, and Piping teams to ensure I&C requirements are fully integrated into project deliverables.

Participate in field activities such as site surveys, instrument inspections, loop checks, and commissioning support to gain practical experience.

Learn and apply relevant standards and codes such as ISA, IEC, NEC, and API to ensure compliance and technical accuracy in design tasks.

Contribute to control system studies by supporting alarm rationalization, SIL assessments, and basic control logic development under mentor guidance.

Invest in continuous development by completing I&C training modules (control systems, instrumentation basics, safety systems) and actively seeking feedback to improve.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related discipline from an accredited university.

Basic understanding of instrumentation principles, sensors, control systems, PLCs, DCS, and automation concepts.

Familiarity with key industry standards such as ISA, IEC, NEC, and API (basic level acceptable at graduate stage).

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, and control narratives.

Exposure to engineering software such as SPI/INtools, AutoCAD, and basic PLC/DCS simulation tools (advantageous).

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with good attention to detail.

Good communication and teamwork abilities to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Willingness to learn, adapt, and take part in on‑the‑job training, site visits, and technical development programs.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related discipline from an accredited university.
• Basic understanding of instrumentation principles, sensors, control systems, PLCs, DCS, and automation concepts.
• Familiarity with key industry standards such as ISA, IEC, NEC, and API (basic level acceptable at graduate stage).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, and control narratives.
• Exposure to engineering software such as SPI/INtools, AutoCAD, and basic PLC/DCS simulation tools (advantageous).
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with good attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and take part in on the job training, site visits, and technical development programs.

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.