Senior Hybrid Power Consultant

Wood is recruiting a Senior Hybrid Power Consultant to join our Renewables 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 further developing talented professionals with expertise in renewable energy to ensure the future success of our organization and the energy sectors we support.

As a Senior Hybrid Power Consultant, you will be a technical expert with a consulting or engineering background working on the delivery of advisory and owner's engineering services for utility scale hybrid power projects for lenders, investors, developers and asset owners. These projects include hybrid renewables, energy storage, green hydrogen, and Power to X solutions, supporting the region's vision for sustainable energy.

Who We Are Looking For

We seek high achieving Senior Hybrid Power Consultants with a passion for renewable energy and a desire to help push the industry forward. Ideal candidates should:

• Have 5-10 years of previous work experience in the renewables industry in a consultancy, developer, investor or utility
• Have significant experience working with different renewable energy systems, and hybrid integrated systems (including solar and/or wind and energy storage systems).
• Expertise in writing clear, cohesive reports
• Enjoy collaborating across multi disciplinary teams
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to knowledge sharing initiatives within Wood

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 for you and your family
• Global networking opportunities with experts shaping the future of energy
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion, fostering a collaborative and respectful workplace
• A collaborative, united direct team where multiple technical experts share knowledge and inspire growth and innovation

Typical Responsibilities

• Lead hybrid power projects, providing engineering inputs from initial assessment, through to technical and economic feasibility, development phase, technical due diligence, design optimisation, financing, construction monitoring, acceptance and operation monitoring
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients, ensuring solutions meet project specific constraints and regional standards
• Prepare technical documentation: specifications, reports, proposals, and Employer's Requirements
• Review project contracts and identify technical risks (PPAs, EPC, O&M agreements)
• Provide technical input for R&D initiatives in energy storage and hybrid systems
• Conduct site visits across the Middle East and internationally
• Support integration of hybrid systems with regional grids and infrastructure
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and deliverables while maintaining client relationships

Skills / Qualifications

At Wood, we value diversity and understand that no candidate will have every skill listed. If you have relevant experience and the passion to contribute to the Middle East's energy transition, we encourage you to apply.

We are committed to equal opportunities and attracting talent from all backgrounds. Even if you don't meet every requirement, your unique skills and perspective could help us unlock solutions to the region's most critical challenges.

Expected

• MSc or Ph.D in Renewable Energy or a related field
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrochemistry, or related field
• Significant experience working with different renewable energy systems, and hybrid integrated systems
• Familiarity with technologies and products used in hybrid power systems
• Experience with industry standard modelling software for BESS and hybrid systems
• Basic knowledge of commonly used programming languages
• Understanding of technical and commercial aspects of renewable energy infrastructure projects
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Flexible and proactive approach to project delivery
• Right to work in the UAE (visa sponsorship available for international candidates)
• Previous project management experience
• Excellent communication and report writing skills in English

Desirable

• Previous experience in technical consultancy or project development environments
• Competence in reviewing hybrid power and BESS contracts, warranties, and performance guarantees
• Familiarity with hybrid power and BESS inputs to financial models
• Python programming experience
• Hands on experience in development, construction, commissioning, or operation of hybrid power and BESS projects (stand alone or integrated)
• Experience with BESS testing and verification (FAT, SAT, G99 or regional equivalents)
• Experience in technical advisory roles for lenders, developers, or owners
• Academic background in battery technology
• Familiarity with BESS modelling and forecasting (energy output, performance analysis, degradation, revenue stacking, techno economic optimization)
• Experience with BESS modelling tools (e.g., ABB, AspenTech, HOMER, Fractal)
• Ability to speak Arabic or another language in addition to English (advantageous for regional projects)
• Valid UAE driving license or willingness to obtain one

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.

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.