Engineer Senior - Mechanical

Off-Campus: Mesa/Tempe

About the role

Facilities Development and Management, FM Research Facilities Services, MacroTechnology Works (MTW), seeks an experienced Senior Engineer – Mechanical Piping focused on piping systems to assist in the operation of the MTW semiconductor research facility. This position will play a substantial role in the design, operations, and maintenance of complex systems including chilled water loops, clean dry air systems, process vacuum systems, high purity water plant, industrial waste systems, and facility gas distribution systems. This role ensures the availability, reliability, and capacity of mechanical systems that support the semiconductor research cleanrooms, labs, and offices at MTW.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the operation and design of mechanical systems that support the cleanrooms, labs, and tools. This includes, but is not limited to, Process Vacuum Systems, Clean Dry Air Systems, Process Cooling Water Systems, High Purity Water Systems, Chillers, Boilers, Industrial Waste Systems, and gas distribution systems.
• Coordinate with outside entities and key stakeholders at ASU Research Park.
• Review and evaluate standard specifications and details used in other jurisdictions for possible adoption by the University.
• Use ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose piping distribution systems to assess and adjust or modify to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Establish and track overall site capacities and work with management to plan timely upgrades.
• Maintain, update, and manage points of connections from capacity tracking databases.
• Coordinate flow measurement studies and review results to manage facility capacities.
• Conduct design reviews of facility hydraulic distribution systems for site improvement and tool installation projects.
• Provide recommendations on necessary piping system improvements and develop long-term reliability plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.
• Ten (10) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field (desired).
• Professional Engineering Registration in the State of Arizona or the ability to obtain within six months of hire (desired).
• Master’s degree in electrical engineering (desired).
• Experience in a Facilities Operational Engineering role in an advanced semiconductor cleanroom (class 10/100, ISO Class 4/5).
• Consulting experience in the design of advanced technology facilities.
• Experience developing RFPs/RFQs (request for proposal/quote).
• Experience with advanced semiconductor cleanrooms and laboratory operations.
• Experience with mechanical systems that operate cleanrooms and labs.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and drawing database.
• Knowledge of principles of operation of cleanrooms and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal codes, regulations, and mandates—especially building codes and mechanical codes.
• Knowledge of H5 semiconductor regulations.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose systems and adjust or modify to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Ability to establish and track overall site capacities and work with management to plan timely upgrades.
• Effective communication skills.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. May be required to work extended daily or weekend hours depending on activities at site. This position is based at ASU’s MacroTechnology Works site and may require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.

Pay

$140,000 to $150,000 annually.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules
• 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave, and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff
• Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
• Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
• Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement, which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Paid time for volunteer and professional development
• Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
• Disability and leave program for income protection
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance services
• ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships

This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.