Graduate Data Engineer-UAE National

Overview

Our Clients and Projects

What We Can Offer

• **Meaningful and interesting projects** delivered to high-profile clients across the energy sector
• **Commitment to diversity and inclusion** across all levels of the organization
• **Competitive remuneration package** with regular market reviews
• **Medical insurance** for inpatient and outpatient care
• **Group life and personal accident insurance**
• **End of service gratuity** in line with UAE labor law
• **Employee Share Plan** with company matching
• **Long Service Awards** recognizing employee dedication at 5-year milestones
• **Tailored professional development plans**
• **Global collaboration** with experts shaping industry standards
• **Energy Transition Academy** for knowledge sharing and exposure to emerging energy systems

Key Objectives for This Role

• **Support Data Pipeline Development**
• Assist in building, maintaining, and monitoring data pipelines that collect, process, and store structured and unstructured data from multiple sources.
• **Ensure Data Quality & Reliability**
• Perform data validation, cleansing, and basic reconciliation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of datasets used for reporting and analytics.
• **Work with Databases & Data Platforms**
• Support the management of relational and cloud‑based databases, including data loading, querying, and performance optimization under supervision.
• **Collaborate with Cross‑Functional Teams**
• Work closely with data analysts, data scientists, IT, and business teams to understand data requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• **Support Reporting & Analytics Enablement**
• Prepare datasets and data models that enable dashboards, reports, and analytical use cases.
• **Learn Modern Data Engineering Tools**
• Gain hands‑on experience with ETL/ELT frameworks, cloud data platforms, version control, and automation tools used within the organization.
• **Follow Data Governance & Security Standards**
• Adhere to organization policies related to data privacy, security, and compliance while handling sensitive and confidential information.
• **Document Data Processes & Solutions**
• Maintain technical documentation for data pipelines, data dictionaries, and operational procedures to ensure knowledge continuity.
• **Identify Improvement Opportunities**
• Proactively suggest improvements to data workflows, performance, and process efficiency as technical knowledge grows.
• **Build Technical & Professional Capability**
• Continuously develop skills in SQL, data modeling, scripting, and cloud technologies through training, mentoring, and on‑the‑job learning.
• What makes you remarkable?
• At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team.
• Even if you don’t meet every requirement listed below, we encourage you to apply if you believe your experience, knowledge, or skills align with the role.
• Together, we can deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Business Administration, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence / Data science or Information Management, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining documentation accuracy and integrity.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities, with a proactive and collaborative approach.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with document control systems and software (e.g., SharePoint, EDMS, Aconex).
• Understanding of industry standards and regulatory requirements related to documentation.
• Prior experience in document control within engineering, construction, or oil & gas projects (preferred).
• Eagerness to learn and grow within a structured and professional environment.

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Good communication skills (English required; Arabic is an advantage)
• Attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to work in a team‑based, structured environment
• Willingness to follow data governance, security, and compliance standards
• Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets.
• We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 45 countries, employing around 25,000 people. www.woodplc.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.