Senior Project Engineer, Facilities & EHS (Industrial)

Loft Orbital; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 450,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Orbitworks in Abu Dhabi seeks a Senior Project Engineer - Facilities & EHS to lead the expansion of a satellite manufacturing facility and drive ongoing EHS programs across the organization. You will manage MEP infrastructure, contractor coordination and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining production continuity.

The role requires 7–12 years in industrial construction or facilities projects, strong knowledge of MEP systems, ISO 45001/14001, and proven project execution skills, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or related engineering.
• 7–12 years of experience in industrial construction, facility expansion or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems and building utilities.
• Proven ability to manage project scope, schedules and cost.
• Experience coordinating with UAE authorities (TAQA, ADCD, KEZAD).
• Hands-on EHS implementation experience and risk assessments.
• Proficiency with MS Project and Excel; ability to review engineering drawings.
• Good communication and coordination skills; UAE driving license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate facility expansion and cleanroom/infrastructure upgrades from planning to handover.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, and contractor proposals.
• Coordinate civil, architectural, MEP, fire protection and cleanroom works.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, contractor performance and quality.
• Support procurement, cost assessments, variations and documentation.
• Coordinate testing, commissioning, and handover; ensure safety.
• Lead day-to-day EHS activities and sustain ISO 45001/14001 programs.

Skills

Project coordination

MS Project / Scheduling

Microsoft Excel

Contractor management

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or related engineering

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Excel

Engineering drawing review

Job description

Orbitworks in Abu Dhabi seeks a Senior Project Engineer - Facilities & EHS to lead the expansion of a satellite manufacturing facility and drive ongoing EHS programs across the organization. You will manage MEP infrastructure, contractor coordination and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining production continuity.

The role requires 7–12 years in industrial construction or facilities projects, strong knowledge of MEP systems, ISO 45001/14001, and proven project execution skills, with