About the role
AI summarisedThe Ultra Pure Water & Waste Water Treatment Engineer is responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of water treatment systems in semiconductor manufacturing facilities, including design, construction, commissioning, and optimization. This role involves leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards, managing contractor coordination, and driving system performance and sustainability initiatives. The position requires a blend of office-based planning and on-site presence during construction and startup phases.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and engineering of UPW and wastewater systems, ensuring compliance with semiconductor manufacturing requirements and industry standards
- Review and approve technical specifications, layouts, and drawings for system components, including filtration, deionization, and wastewater treatment units
- Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration of UPW and wastewater systems with the facility’s overall infrastructure
- Evaluate emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions to improve system performance and sustainability
- Oversee the installation and construction of UPW and wastewater systems, ensuring adherence to design specifications, quality standards, and project timelines
- Coordinate with contractors and vendors to ensure timely delivery and proper installation of system components
- Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, identify challenges, and implement corrective actions
- Manage commissioning and startup activities, ensuring systems are fully operational and meet performance requirements
- Establish performance metrics for UPW and wastewater systems and monitor their operation during and after commissioning
- Identify and address inefficiencies or performance issues in system design or operation
- Conduct root cause analysis of system failures and implement corrective actions to enhance reliability and efficiency
- Develop strategies for water recycling and reuse to support sustainability goals
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum 6 years of experience in UPW and wastewater systems
- At least 3 years of experience in a wastewater treatment role
- Preferably within semiconductor or high-tech industrial construction
- Proficiency in water treatment design software and tools
- Strong leadership and project management skills
- Deep understanding of semiconductor water quality requirements