About this Senior Project Engineer — Facilities & EHS role at Loftorbital
Loftorbital · Onsite · Abu Dhabi
About the Role:
Orbitworks is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer – Facilities & EHS to support the expansion and development of its satellite manufacturing facility in Abu Dhabi.
The role will initially focus on executing the upcoming facility expansion project, followed by coordinating future facility upgrades, modifications and infrastructure improvement projects. In parallel, the successful candidate will lead day-to-day Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) activities across the organization, ensuring regulatory compliance, workplace safety and continual improvement.
The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in industrial project execution, MEP infrastructure, contractor management and practical EHS implementation.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Engineering & Facility Development
Infrastructure & Authority Coordination
Environment, Health & Safety (EHS)
Qualification & Experience
Essential Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or a related engineering discipline.
7–12 years of relevant experience in industrial construction, facility expansion or infrastructure projects.
Strong technical knowledge of MEP systems, building utilities and industrial infrastructure.
Proven experience in project execution, contractor coordination, scheduling, cost monitoring and commissioning.
Experience working within operational industrial or manufacturing facilities.
Practical experience coordinating with TAQA, Abu Dhabi Civil Defence, KEZAD and other UAE authorities.
Hands-on experience in EHS implementation, risk assessments, workplace safety and contractor safety management.
Proficiency in MS Project or equivalent scheduling software, Microsoft Excel and engineering drawing review.
Strong communication, problem-solving and coordination skills.
Valid UAE driving licence.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in cleanrooms, controlled environments or high-technology manufacturing facilities.
- Experience in industrial projects within Abu Dhabi or KEZAD.
- NEBOSH IGC or equivalent occupational safety qualification.
- Familiarity with ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 14644 standards.
- PMP or equivalent project management certification.
Orbitworks' mission is to make space simple for organizations that want to deploy physical and virtual missions to space. Building on Loft Orbital's heritage, Orbitworks will be the first commercial firm in the United Arab Emirates to mass-manufacture satellites. Orbitworks aims to manufacture tens of satellites annually and operates out of a 50,000-square-foot facility in Abu Dhabi.
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