Graduate Pipeline Engineer Staines 2024

Wood’s Technical Consulting service line is recruiting for Graduate Pipelines Engineers to join our graduate programme based in Staines-Upon-Thames from Summer 2024.

The role

We are looking for dynamic individuals with a desire to support fast moving projects in subsea and onshore energy transportation, including hydrogen, carbon capture, renewable and conventional energies, with a continuous focus on delivery and client satisfaction.  Supporting energy transition through decarbonisation and green energies is a key part of our plans and we expect to see significant growth in these sectors, while at the same time meeting commitments to existing hydrocarbon development infrastructure.

Wood is committed to the implementation of the latest digital technologies to the energy environment and is looking for the next generation of engineers with both the skills and imagination to realise this ambition.

Our graduate engineers will assist senior engineers, under the guidance of Project and Engineering Managers, in developing and/or delivering work scopes as allocated by the project/s.

The work scopes, and other Wood training, shall support the development of the graduate engineer and allow them to apply advanced engineering skills and management techniques in range of projects. 

Graduates will be required to:

• Perform design and analysis
• Assist with in-house development of tools & programs
• Be involved in project planning, expediting and execution
• Understand and become familiar with report writing standards
• Participate in internal workshops and training lectures
• Become familiar with Wood’s systems and software

Key Elements of the Graduate Programme

• Access to a wealth of technical and personal development resources and opportunities
• Support throughout your career; you will be assigned a buddy, mentor (Chartered Engineer) and departmental manager to ensure your professional development is achieved in order to gain Chartered Engineer status
• Where available, opportunities for placements, site visits in the UK and overseas and rotations into other relevant disciplines to enhance your knowledge and experience in order to become a well-rounded Engineer

 What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectors
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid working where relevant
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own
• 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

Early Careers Network

You will have access to the Early Careers Network that brings together young professionals and offers continuing professional development opportunities.

Early Careers Network activities include:

• Networking opportunities
• Organised social events
• Lunch and learn sessions
• Technical and soft skills training
• Participation in STEM events
• Access to Wood’s Global Developing Professionals Network

 Application Process and deadlines 

• Upload your CV and enter your details to our recruitment system via the link on the advert 
• Closing date for all applications will be Friday 10th November   
• We will review applications in November 
• We will then be holding screening calls throughout November / December with those candidates that fit the criteria below 
• Shortlisted candidates will receive invitations to assessment centres and/or interviews in January  
• Assessments will take place in February depending on location and discipline

You may read these details and are potentially thinking about not applying due to not having every single skill, knowledge or experience listed, and that’s understandable.  However, we’d still like to hear from you.  At Wood, we understand and acknowledge that everyone is different, and we are committed to equal opportunities and want to access all of the talent that is out there.  We are committed to attracting a broad range of skills, knowledge and experiences and embrace differences.  So even if you feel you don’t have everything listed, but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills to help us unlock solutions to the world’s most critical challenges….do apply.

• Graduate engineer with a minimum 2:1 Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering field or a Master’s degree in Sustainable Energy, Oil & Gas, Process, Pipelines, Subsea Engineering or other disciplines relating to clean energy, upstream and midstream oil and gas or offshore renewables industries from a recognised university
• Preference will be given to graduates with previous appropriate industry experience gained before, during or after their university courses
• Engineers who have undergone undergraduate internship in the area of subsea/pipeline/renewables engineering will have added advantage
• Demonstrate initiative, resilience and excellent communication skills
• Possess an ability to learn quickly and be adaptable and flexible to match business requirements
• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary team environments
• Must have the right to work in the UK

If all of this sounds good to you, then follow the link to apply and start your journey with Wood!