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We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential and working in a positive work environment. We recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.

Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges globally.

Refer to our corporate website for more information about our different locations and projects: https://www.woodside.com/what-we-do

This role will provide engineering leadership for the local Trion operations engineering team and directly manage the process and metering engineering deliverables. In addition, the role will be responsible for in-country execution projects spanning across temporary flowback equipment, shore base chemical management, shore base waste management, office construction and other ad-hoc activities. The role must project manage across internal stakeholders and external service vendors (contractors) to ensure practical workflows and timely delivery of project requirements. The work requires effective planning, communication and proactive engagement; and is best suited for an individual with onshore and offshore experience implementing on-site work plans and a proven track record overseeing the safe execution of operational workflows and / or construction activities. This role will initially report to the Startup Lead and transition to the Surface Engineering Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

Engineering Leadership

- Input into engineering transition plan from projects to operations and subsequent recruiting of local process, metering, and flow assurance engineering roles.
- Facilitate local engineering team competency and development plans to ensure technical capabilities and adherence to company requirements.
- Provide leadership, direction, and technical oversight to the local Trion Operations Engineering team.
- Manage and coordinate process engineering and metering engineering activities required to support Operations Readiness.
- Lead in-country readiness for flow assurance objectives with support from technical authority.




- Ensure engineering deliverables are aligned with project objectives, operating philosophies, regulatory requirements, and company standards.
- Support development of operating strategies, procedures, and readiness plans for facility startup and steady state operations.
- Lead multidisciplinary engineering reviews, risk assessments, and technical studies.
- Facilitate engineering decision-making and resolution of technical issues impacting readiness and execution schedules.
- Ensure management of change (MoC) requirements are appropriately applied and documented.

Project Delivery & Contractor Assurance

- Coordinate and supportcontractordevelopmentof work packs, operational test procedure,andexecuteimplementationofrequiredtemporaryoffshoreflowbackequipment(e.g. well testing and water polishing kits)pre-mobilization inspections, mobilization,backloading, installation, commissioning, andpost jobremoval of equipment
- Coordinate and supportcontractordevelopment of workflows, procedures, andscope of worksrequiredto ensurechemicalproductinventory, storage, and transport tooffshorefacilitiesin a timely manner(includinglogistics, QAQC,and general handling of products).
- Project contracting support for engineering requirements:Developcontracting strategy, scope of works,andparticipatein evaluation andaward process

Travel

Requiresrelocatingto Tampico, MX
Expectregionalbusiness tripsin Mexicoand to Houston, Texas
Attend regular site visits at company or contractorfabricationyards, warehouse, and / or shore base.

Other

Progressotherone-offspecial projects as they become available.

Duration of Assignment:Permanent

Proficiencyin English and Spanish isrequired

Skills and Experience

Qualifications:

- 10+ years of experience in operations.
- Bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or a related field.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Mexican National or Mexican Permanent Residency Established.
- Proven experience in supporting offshore operations, preferably in a similar role.
- Problem solving abilities and adaptable in a dynamic project environment.
- Strong knowledge of offshore production systems, process control, and safety protocols.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices for offshore facilities.




- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Thorough experience of the application of SAP and Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word and 365)

Strengths:

- Ability to quickly identify problems and recommend solutions that will improve the business.
- Ability to influence and effect change.
- Ability to define and manage timelines for execution and deliver on objectives set forth.
- Relating well with people, which quickly enables building of trust and strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Ability to bring people together to gain alignment.
- Ability to interface in a integral setting across the Ops Readiness organization.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

At Woodside, we recognize that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer.

Recognition and Reward

What you can expect from us:

- Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs and coaching
- Industry-leading 18 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months (plus secondary carer leave entitlements)
- Values led culture with a focus on creating a psychologically and physically safe work environment
- Active employee-led working groups driving initiatives to build an inclusive culture.
- Community volunteering opportunities
- Relocation assistance (if required)
- A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce.

Diversity encompasses various differences, including but not limited to differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education.

Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of respect, trust and belonging, where people feel enabled to be their best and authentic version of themself.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills.

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on 9/4/2026.

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📌 Engineering Lead (Tampico)
🏢 Woodside Petroleum
📍 Tampico