About John Wood Group PLC

John Wood Group PLC, known as Wood, is a global leader in consulting, engineering, and operations across the energy and materials sectors. With a workforce of 33,000 professionals operating in approximately 50 countries, Wood supports clients throughout the entire asset lifecycle. The company is committed to delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and contributing to a lower carbon future. Wood functions as the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara, a global partnership that unites leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies.

The Process Automation System SME Role

Wood is seeking a Process Automation System SME to serve as the Technical Authority for its diverse portfolio of projects. This full-time position is based in Saudi Arabia and involves providing expert guidance and leadership in process automation systems across various critical sectors. The role is central to ensuring technical excellence and governance within the discipline.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, including proposals, concept studies, FEED, detailed engineering, construction support, and commissioning phases.
• Act as the highest level of technical authority within the process automation discipline.
• Offer specialist expertise, ensure engineering excellence, strengthen technical governance, and support the delivery of safe, innovative, and high-quality engineering solutions.
• Mentor engineering teams to foster professional growth and technical capability.
• Establish and maintain robust technical standards for process automation systems.
• Support business development activities by contributing technical insights and expertise.
• Contribute to technical assurance processes to uphold project quality and compliance.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients and key stakeholders across the region.

Required Experience

Candidates applying for this Process Automation System SME position should possess 0-1 years of relevant experience. This role is suitable for individuals looking to apply foundational knowledge and grow within a technical authority framework.

Project Sectors and Location

The Process Automation System SME will contribute to a diverse range of projects within Saudi Arabia. These projects span the energy, oil & gas, mining, industrial, and infrastructure sectors, offering exposure to varied technical challenges and applications within a dynamic regional context.

Diversity and Inclusion

Wood is an equal opportunity employer committed to recognising the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with relevant governing laws.