Job Description

Wood is recruiting for a Renewable Energy Consultant to join our Clean Energy business in Abu Dhabi, supporting renewable energy, energy storage, and hybrid power projects across the Middle East.

Our Clean Energy Centre of Excellence operates globally, and we are expanding our presence in the UAE to support the region's ambitious energy transition goals. This role will be based in Abu Dhabi, with opportunities for regional travel and collaboration with global teams.

Join a culture of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to deliver sustainable solutions for our clients. Being part of Wood means having access to a vast network of industry experts across multiple sectors and countries. Expect significant learning opportunities to gain a holistic understanding of the renewable energy industry.

The Role

Wood is committed to developing talented professionals with expertise in renewable energy to ensure the future success of our organization and the energy sectors we support.

As a Renewable Energy Consultant (REC), you will work on technical due diligence and engineering assignments under the guidance of project managers and team leaders. Your role will involve assessing utility-scale clean energy projects for lenders, investors, developers and asset owners, and producing detailed deliverables tailored to client requirements.

You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and gain experience across a wide range of projects, expanding your expertise within the clean energy sector in the Middle East.

Responsibilities

Who We Are Looking For

We seek high-achieving RECs with a passion for renewable energy and a desire to expand their knowledge. Ideal candidates should:

Have previous work experience in the renewables industry in a consultancy, developer, investor or utility
Understand different renewable energy systems
Be able to write clear, cohesive reports
Enjoy collaborating across multi-disciplinary teams
Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders

Our Clients and Projects

Within our Renewables consultancy business, we serve a diverse client base across the Middle East and globally, including leading private developers, investment banks, utilities, power generation companies, and technology research centers. Our services span advisory, project management, and owner's engineering across all project phases.

Our specialisms include solar PV, onshore and offshore wind, green hydrogen, energy storage, grid infrastructure, and industrial decarbonization – critical to enabling the UAE's and GCC's energy transition.

What We Offer

Impactful projects delivered to industry leaders shaping the future of energy in the Middle East
Technical and personal development resources
Mentorship and career support
Flexible working arrangements (hybrid options where applicable)
Competitive salary and benefits aligned with UAE market standards
Private medical insurance and life cover
Commitment to diversity and inclusion, fostering a collaborative and respectful workplace
Global networking opportunities with experts shaping the future of energy
A collaborative, united direct team where multiple technical experts share knowledge and inspire growth and innovation

Typical Responsibilities

Assess renewable energy, energy storage, and hybrid projects for stakeholders
Work within multi-disciplinary teams on technical due diligence and engineering assignments
Attend client meetings and undertake site visits across the Middle East
Prepare and deliver high-quality reports within deadlines
Support proposal development to secure new projects

Qualifications

Skills and Qualifications

We understand that you may feel hesitant to apply if you do not meet every skill, knowledge, or experience listed. That is understandable. However, if you believe your expertise could help us unlock solutions to the world's most critical challenges, we encourage you to apply. At Wood, we value diversity and are committed equal opportunities, ensuring that we attract talent from a wide range of backgrounds. We actively seek individuals with varied skills, knowledge, and experiences, and we embrace those differences.

Expected

MSc in Renewable Energy or a related field
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrochemistry, or related field
Previous experience in renewable energy
Strong communication and report writing skills in English
Ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
Flexible and proactive approach to project delivery
Right to work in the UAE (visa sponsorship available for international candidates)

Desirable

Experience in technical due diligence or renewable energy project development
Knowledge of commercial aspects of renewable energy projects
Familiarity with risk assessment and mitigation
Ability to speak Arabic or another regional language
UAE driving license (or willingness to obtain)

About Us

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 60 countries, employing around 35,000 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.