Senior Designer - Structural - SP3D
Wood · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates ·
- Work mode
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Design
- Experience
- 10+ years
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Structural Designer (SP3D) with a proven track record in creating detailed structural design layouts and 3D models using Smart Plant 3D (SP3D) software to support engineering and construction projects for a high-profile client.
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
The key objectives for this role are:
The Senior SP3D Structural Designer is responsible for delivering high-quality 3D structural design and modeling using SmartPlant 3D (SP3D) for ADNOC offshore projects. The role supports detailed engineering activities within the Central Engineering Division, ensuring accurate, clash-free, and constructible structural designs 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 structural elements within complex offshore facilities.
- Develop and maintain detailed 3D structural models using SP3D for offshore oil and gas facilities, including jackets, topsides, decks, modules, and support structures
- Produce accurate 2D drawings such as GA drawings, fabrication drawings, and isometrics derived from SP3D models
- Ensure all structural designs comply with ADNOC standards, international codes, and project specifications
- Coordinate closely with piping, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines to ensure clash-free and integrated designs
- Perform model reviews and participate in design review meetings, including 3D model walkthroughs with stakeholders and clients
- Incorporate vendor data, engineering inputs, and site requirements into structural models
- Support constructability reviews and ensure designs are optimized for offshore fabrication and installation
- Assist in resolving site queries, technical clarifications, and design changes during project execution
- Maintain model integrity, consistency, and data accuracy throughout the project lifecycle
- Provide guidance and mentoring to junior designers and ensure adherence to project drafting standards and best practices
- Ensure timely delivery of design deliverables in line with project schedules and milestones
- Support interface management between engineering teams and offshore construction teams where required.
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:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or related discipline
- Minimum 10–15 years of experience in structural design and drafting within the oil & gas industry
- Proven experience working on ADNOC offshore projects or similar Middle East offshore developments is highly preferred
- Strong hands-on expertise in SmartPlant 3D (SP3D) is mandatory
- Proficiency in related tools such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and other 3D review platforms
- Extensive experience in offshore structural systems including jackets, topsides, pipe racks, platforms, and modules
- Sound understanding of offshore design practices, fabrication methodologies, and installation constraints
- Familiarity with international codes and standards (e.g., AISC, BS, API, ISO) and ADNOC engineering standards
- Strong coordination skills with multi-disciplinary engineering teams
- Ability to work in a fast-paced EPC/EPCM/PMC environment on multi-billion-dollar offshore projects
- Good communication skills and ability to interface with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders
- Prior experience within a central engineering or shared services environment is an advantage.