Electrical and Instrumentation Lead

About the role

Wood is seeking an experienced Electrical and Instrumentation Lead to join its Iraq Business Unit in Basra. The role is full‑time, on‑site, and includes travel to project sites. You will support and enforce project guidelines, HSE objectives, and global improvement initiatives across a fast‑track oil‑field development.

Key responsibilities

• Support and enforce project guidelines, HSE objectives and global improvement actions.
• Lead HSE activities such as reporting, audits, trainings and action plans.
• Provide engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning assistance for the initial development phase.
• Oversee FEED, detailed design, procurement support and construction assistance for the plant upgrade and new infrastructure.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety, quality and schedule compliance.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an Electrical and Instrumentation Lead in oil‑and‑gas or related industrial projects.
• Full‑time availability for on‑site work in Basra with occasional travel.
• Strong understanding of HSE standards, project guidelines and global improvement processes.

Required skills

• Electrical engineering
• Instrumentation engineering
• FEED (Front End Engineering Design)
• Detailed design
• Procurement support
• Construction assistance
• Commissioning

What we offer

• Competitive salary with regular reviews.
• Medical insurance covering inpatient and outpatient care.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Professional development plans tailored to individual needs.
• Global connections with industry experts.
• Long‑service awards at 5‑year milestones.