Description We are recruiting for a Senior/Principal Materials Engineer to join our Reading - based Equipment Engineering Group. This is a staff position working supporting a number of FEED and EPC petrochemical, Oil & Gas and energy transition projects. The preferred partner for delivering digitally enabled capital investments with low carbon solutions. Wood’s Projects business unit specialises in delivering predictable and consistent results in high complexity projects that include new technology, challenging construction logistics and, or sheer scale. Just like the nature and expansiveness of our sectors, so is our Projects business, in its solutions, abilities and global track record. Across any major capital project lifecycle, we provide a full suite of solutions from programme and project management, to engineering and design, procurement, construction and project delivery. Powered by a global team of more than 12,000 people, we deliver some of the world's boldest and most critical projects in many diverse and evolving sectors, including: Upstream / Midstream / Downstream Oil & Gas Chemicals Renewable Energy Power Mining & Minerals Industrials & Manufacturing Life Sciences Transportation Water Government services Responsibilities Material Selection (input to materials selection diagrams and material selection reports) Preparation of project standards and specifications in the fields of welding, fabrication, non - destructive examination, cathodic protection, and corrosion control Review of welding, painting, fabrication, non - destructive examination and testing procedures Evaluation of fabricated equipment for compliance with project materials and welding requirements Providing advice and guidance on material and fabrication issues What we can offer Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across the energy transition, emerging and conventional energy sectors A caring team culture; we support each other professionally and personally, encouraging knowledge sharing across all areas of the business Energy Transition Academy; join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market Flexible benefits package inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays),plus the potential for one additional ‘flex day’ per month. Further benefits include a 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 Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests Global connections ; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession If all of this sounds good to you, review the requirements of the position below, then follow the link to apply and start your journey with Wood. Qualifications You may read these details and consider not applying because your knowledge, experience and skills base doesn’t fully cover every item listed, and that’s understandable. However, we’d still like to hear from you. At Wood, we understand and acknowledge that everyone is different, we are committed to equal opportunities and want to access all the talent that is out there. We are committed to attracting a broad range of skills, knowledge and experiences and embrace differences. So even if you feel you don’t have everything listed, but think you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills to help us unlock solutions to the world’s most critical challenges and grow your potential….do apply. Extensive experience in materials engineering in the Oil and Gas, Refinery and Petrochemicals industries Familiarity with the following; Relevant ASME, API, NACE Publications Knowledge of stainless steel, Cr - Mo alloy steels and low alloy Ni - steels Welding and fabrication of pressure vessels, heat exchangers, storage tanks and piping Non - destructive examination techniques for welded joints Cathodic Protection Lining and coating systems