Materials Engineer

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is recruiting a Materials Engineer to be a vital contributor to delivering expert advisory services to both our internal teams and external clients.

You will join our Operations business in a pivotal role as we partner with a major player in the Oil & Gas industry on a major brownfields Engineering Service Contract. Based in Perth CBD, this is a permanent role and is available as a full-time basis.

Designing the future. Transforming the World.

Wood's "Operations" APAC West business delivers brownfields engineering, procurement, construction, optimisation, and technical services to the Oil & Gas industry and enjoys long-term partnerships with some of the region's most prominent producers located in Western Australia, Northern Territory and Southeast Asia.

Join us in the heart of Perth CBD, with free 24/7 access to an exclusive on-site gym, superb end of trip facilities, coffee machines serving on demand and plenty of spaces to get creative.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered in partnership to leaders of industry across energy and materials markets
• Global connections, joining an inclusive and diverse international community of inquisitive minds and recognised industry innovators, partnering to create new possibilities
• Flexible working arrangements balance client, team and individual needs with opportunities for hybrid and remote working
• Commitment to your Wellbeing, with discounted Private Health Insurance and free 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Access to a variety of leave: Annual (20 days), Carers & Sick (10 days), Purchased, Study, Family, Cultural, Reproductive Health & Wellbeing
• Range of Financial Health benefits with Salary Continuance Insurance, Salary Packaging, Discounts at over 400 retailers and access to discounted hotels
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion ; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans tailored to your individual needs and aspirations, access eligibility to education assistance and one paid annual professional membership
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market

This role offers a unique opportunity to be mentored by the Head of Discipline - Materials within Wood, as you step into a dedicated client contract team. You'll gain hands-on experience across diverse projects while developing your expertise in materials and corrosion engineering. With guidance and support, you'll grow your confidence, sharpen your technical skills, and contribute meaningfully to high-impact work—all within a culture that values learning, collaboration, and delivery excellence.

Your main responsibilities will include supporting proposal development, selecting appropriate materials, mitigating corrosion risks, understanding welding metallurgy, and preparing technical reports.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Materials & Corrosion Expertise: Assist in selecting and specifying suitable materials, coatings, and linings based on project requirements and environmental conditions. Contribute to corrosion risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and review welding documentation to ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
• Project Support & Technical Analysis: Prepare detailed technical reports and documentation aligned with client specifications and industry standards to support project execution and decision-making.
• Standards & Compliance: Learn and apply relevant industry codes and standards for both brownfield and greenfield projects, ensuring all deliverables meet industry and client requirements.

You will bring to life Woods three pillar strategy of Inspired Culture, Delivery Excellence and Profitable Growth on the project. Leading by example, you will consistently display and enforce Wood values and behaviours, and commitment to the highest standards of safe and ethical behaviour, to ensure safe, reliable operations and client satisfaction.

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:

You will be:

• Able to work lawfully in Australia and hold full working rights for this location. If you have a visa application in progress, you are also encouraged to apply.
• Suitably qualified in Materials Science, Metallurgy, or a related engineering discipline from a recognised institution.
• A recent graduate or an engineer early in your career with experience in materials engineering, preferably within asset integrity, corrosion mitigation, materials selection, welding metallurgy, or related fields.
• Knowledgeable of industry standards and codes related to materials, corrosion, welding, and coatings is advantageous

Desirable:

What will set you apart is your commitment to developing your career in Materials Science within the oil & gas industry.

It takes a diverse and inclusive community of inquisitive minds to unlock tomorrow's solutions to the world's most critical challenges. Wood encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

If you're a Materials Engineering graduate eager to kickstart your career on a major Engineering Service Contract in Perth, Western Australia—apply today and grow with us

Shortlisting will commence immediately.

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.