About the role
AI summarisedAs a Sr. Chemical Engineer at GlobalFoundries, you will be responsible for leading the design, optimization, and improvement of chemical processes and systems to support operational excellence, safety, sustainability, and production reliability within a leading semiconductor foundry environment.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development, simulation, and optimization of chemical processes to improve efficiency, product quality, and cost performance.
- Conduct feasibility studies, material and energy balances, and risk assessments for process changes and new installations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, energy consumption, and operational variability.
- Perform root-cause analyses and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
- Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure reliable and stable process performance.
- Lead or support HAZOP, risk assessments, and safety reviews for processes and equipment modifications.
- Lead engineering scopes for capital and improvement projects, from concept through commissioning.
- Prepare engineering documentation including P&IDs, process specifications, control strategies, and technical reports.
- Utilize process data, statistical tools, and advanced analytics to monitor performance and recommend improvements.
- Provide technical guidance and coaching to junior engineers and technicians.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related field
- Minimum 5 - 7 years relevant experience in a Chemical/Wafer Fab manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of process safety, unit operations, thermodynamics, and process control.
- Experience with engineering tools (e.g., Aspen Plus/HYSYS, AutoCAD, PI, Six Sigma)
- Excellent analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Proven ability to lead complex projects and drive technical decisions.