Graduate Subsea/Pipelines Engineer

Wood’s Consulting service line is seeking Graduate Subsea/Pipeline Engineers to join our graduate programme in Summer 2027, based in Staines-upon-Thames.

In addition to being based in Staines-upon-Thames, successful candidates will be required to travel to client sites, project locations, and other Wood offices as needed to support business and project requirements.

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The Role 

We are looking for dynamic individuals, wanting to make a difference to the energy transition, to support our projects in subsea and onshore energy transportation, including hydrogen, carbon capture, renewable and conventional energies. Supporting the 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. 

Our graduate engineers will work on a range of projects under the guidance of experienced engineers and managers. The work and Wood training will support the development of the graduate engineer and allow them to apply advanced engineering skills and management techniques to our range of projects. 

Our Clients and Projects 

Designing the future. Transforming the world. 

Within Consulting, our clients range from both major and independent operators of onshore oil & gas and clean energy facilities such as carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) and windfarms, through to suppliers, fabricators and EPC contractors. We execute projects from concept through detailed design, construction and commissioning on a world-wide basis. We are proud to be working on projects that support the energy transition journey, enabling a more sustainable future for us all.

What we can offer 

• A structured development program; within your chosen discipline and business unit
• Technical and personal development; you will have access to a wealth of technical and personal development resources and opportunities 
• Support throughout your career; you will be assigned a buddy, and departmental manager to ensure your professional development and achieve chartership status where relevant  
• Rotations across relevant business areas to enhance your knowledge and experience in order to become a well-rounded and qualified Engineer 
• Meaningful and interesting projects; delivered to leaders of industry across the different Energy and Materials market sectors
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive salary with incremental increases as you progress within the graduate program 
• 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 lifestyle. We also offer a number of lifestyle benefits, such as gym membership, travel insurance and a bike to work scheme.
• Early Careers Network (ECN); join your peers within our ECN and have the opportunity to support and share ideas with other recent graduates across our business units 
• Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

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:

• Graduate engineer with a minimum 2:1 bachelor’s degree in an Engineering field or a master’s degree in mechanical, Civil, Sustainable Energy, 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 

The Key Objectives of this role are:   

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