Join the Future of Green Innovation: Career Opportunities at Atlantic Industria
Location: JAFZA, Dubai, UAEIndustry: Renewable Energy / Clean Technology Manufacturing
About Atlantic Industria
Atlantic Industria represents a transformative industrial initiative to create a technology-driven renewable energy manufacturing base in JAFZA. Designed to support the UAE’s energy transition, enhance regional energy resilience, and position Dubai as a global center of green innovation, our initiative directly aligns with national strategies including the UAE Energy Strategy 2050, the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, and the Dubai Industrial Strategy 2030.
Our clear objective is to localize clean energy manufacturing, reduce import dependency, and become a net exporter of renewable energy solutions. JAFZA’s robust ecosystem and regulatory framework provide the ideal foundation for our mission, bringing together localized manufacturing, technology innovation, and job creation.
We are building our core project team to deliver a state-of-the-art 1.2 GW module factory. If you want to make a tangible impact on the region's sustainability goals, explore our open positions below.
Open Positions
1. Project Manager (x1) Onboarding: August 2026Reports To: CEO / Project Sponsor
Purpose:Lead end-to-end delivery of the 1.2 GW module factory—managing schedule, budget, contractors, and stakeholders from project launch through to mass production.
Key Responsibilities:Own the 24-month baseline schedule, budget, and risk register; report monthly to the Steering Committee. Manage interfaces between the EPC, design consultants, Employer's consultant, and the technology partner. Chair progress, design, and gate reviews; drive stage-gate exit criteria to closure. Approve manpower requisitions and lead the recruitment of the wider project organization. Manage JAFZA, DEWA, and local authority relationships at the project level.
Requirements:12–15+ years in industrial/EPC project delivery; PV (photovoltaic) or electronics manufacturing plant build experience is highly preferred. Proven track record of delivering capital projects valued at $\ge$ USD 50M; PMP or equivalent certification required. Strong contract management experience; GCC experience is strongly preferred. Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are a distinct advantage.
2. Senior Electrical Engineer (x1) Onboarding: August 2026Reports To: Project Manager
Purpose:Own the complete electrical scope, including the substation, DEWA interface, MV/LV distribution, and production equipment power and controls.
Key Responsibilities:Review electrical design from concept to detailed stages; approve load schedules and Single Line Diagrams (SLDs). Manage the DEWA application process, substation works, and the project energization sequence. Define electrical specifications in equipment RFPs and review vendor electrical documentation. Supervise site electrical installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
Requirements:10+ years of electrical engineering experience in industrial plants, with specific substation/utility interface experience. DEWA / UAE utility approval experience is strongly preferred. BSc in Electrical Engineering; Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Professional Engineer (PE) status preferred.
3. Senior Mechanical Engineer (x1) Onboarding: August 2026Reports To: Project Manager
Purpose:Own the mechanical and MEP scope, focusing on HVAC, compressed air, cooling, fire protection, and the specialized controlled environments required by the module production line.
Key Responsibilities:Review MEP design and validate utility sizing against technology partner requirements. Define mechanical/utility specifications in equipment RFPs and review vendor utility matrices. Supervise MEP installation, testing, commissioning, and project handover. Coordinate cleanroom and dry-area requirements closely with the technology partner.
Requirements:10+ years of mechanical/MEP engineering experience specifically within manufacturing facilities. Proven experience reviewing designs for HVAC and process utilities; exposure to PV or electronics plants is preferred. BSc in Mechanical Engineering.
4. Senior Civil Engineer (x1) Onboarding: August 2026Reports To: Project Manager
Purpose:Own the civil and structural scope from initial site preparation through piling, foundations, and structural construction up to final handover.
Key Responsibilities:Review civil/structural designs and approve piling and foundation packages. Supervise EPC civil works including leveling, fencing, piling, foundations, structures, and roads. Drive onsite construction quality (ITPs, concrete/steel inspections) in coordination with the QA/QC Expert. Manage civil interfaces with JAFZA infrastructure and coordinate authority inspections.
Requirements:10+ years of civil/structural engineering experience on industrial buildings, including direct piling experience. UAE municipality or free-zone (JAFZA/Trakhees) approval experience is preferred. BSc in Civil Engineering.
5. Project Accountant (x1) Onboarding: August 2026Reports To: Project Manager (Functional reporting to the CFO)
Purpose:Control project costs, including budgets, milestone payments, cash-flow forecasting, and maintaining statutory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:Operate robust cost control: manage commitments, actuals, and forecasts against CAPEX/OPEX budgets. Certify EPC and equipment milestone payments; manage bank drawdown requests. Oversee project payroll, WPS, VAT, and JAFZA financial compliance. Support debt term-sheet work with banks and investors by providing accurate project financials.
Requirements:7+ years of experience in project or plant accounting; experience with capital project cost control is essential. Strong working knowledge of UAE VAT and WPS regulations; proficiency in major ERP systems. Professional accounting qualification (CA, CMA, or ACCA) is preferred.
6. Senior HSEQ Supervisor (x1) Onboarding: September 2026Reports To: Project Manager
Purpose:Establish, implement, and enforce the project HSEQ regime from pre-site opening through to final plant commissioning.
Key Responsibilities:Author the project HSE plan and enforce EPC HSE contractual obligations. Manage site inductions, the permit-to-work (PTW) system, safety inspections, audits, and incident investigations. Drive compliance with JAFZA EHS, Civil Defense, and chemical-storage regulations (including managing the EIA-RA study interface). Set up foundational ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 frameworks for the ongoing operating company.
Requirements:10+ years of HSE experience within construction or manufacturing environments; NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification required. Direct experience working within the JAFZA/Trakhees EHS regulatory regime is strongly preferred. Lead Auditor certification (ISO 45001/14001) is an advantage.
7. Project Coordinator (x1) Onboarding: September 2026Reports To: Project Manager
Purpose:Run the daily operations of the Project Management Office (PMO), managing schedule maintenance, document control, action tracking, and interim recruitment administration until the dedicated HR team is onboarded.
Key Responsibilities:Maintain the master project schedule (Primavera P6/MS Project) and compile weekly look-aheads. Manage document control, transmittals, and official correspondence between the Owner, EPC, and consultants. Track project actions, meeting minutes, and KPI dashboards; prepare executive reporting packs. Administer recruitment logistics, visa files, and onboarding coordination during the initial team build.
Requirements:5+ years of experience in project coordination or a PMO function within construction or heavy industrial projects. Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 or MS Project, along with electronic document control systems (Aconex or similar). Excellent written and verbal English communication skills; prior UAE experience is preferred.
How to Apply If you meet the requirements and are ready to contribute to the UAE's green energy transition, please submit your updated CV. Important: To be considered for these roles, please include the following details within your application message or cover letter:Your availability for an interview Current and expected salary (in AED) Notice period Current location Current visa status (if applicable)