Project Manager - Tool Hookup Electrical

About the role

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, operating on the production floor and sub-fab to manage electrical power distribution, instrumentation, and control hookups for semiconductor foundry tools.

Role and Responsibilities

• Primary field contact for electrical trade contractors, coordinating daily work packages and resolving immediate constraints on the cleanroom floor.
• Coordinate tactical handoffs between facility infrastructure teams and tool-specific installation crews to maintain steady progress.
• Monitor and report daily on schedule milestones, manpower levels, and material installation rates for assigned toolsets.
• Review contractor-submitted Requests for Information (RFIs) and Field Change Orders (FCOs), validating field conditions before escalating for approval.
• Walk the field daily to enforce strict construction safety standards, zero-tolerance electrical safety rules, and cleanroom protocol compliance.
• Oversee the physical installation and connection of Low-Voltage (LV) power runs from power panels and busways directly to the tool chassis.
• Supervise the wiring, termination, and point-to-point verification of Emergency Off (EMO) circuits, tool interlocks, and Toxic Gas Monitoring System (TGMS) modules.
• Utilize 3D models in the field to resolve routing conflicts between electrical conduits, cable trays, and neighboring mechanical or structural systems.
• Direct and document critical field quality checks, including insulation resistance testing (Megger testing), grounding continuity verification, and proper torque labeling on terminations.
• Capture, track, and systematically close out electrical punchlist items to achieve final system acceptance and handover.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline; or equivalent practical experience (e.g., journeyman electrician background with extensive industrial leadership).
• 4+ years of project management or field engineering experience in large-scale industrial electrical construction.
• Minimum 2 years of direct experience executing construction or tool install activities within an active semiconductor cleanroom environment.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification is required; Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or initial CAPM/PMP certification is a plus.
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical installations, including rigid conduit bending, wire pulling, panelboard terminations, and grounding methods.
• Practical knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC/NFPA 70) and fundamental electrical safety practices outlined in NFPA 70E.
• Practical understanding of cleanroom protocols (Class 10 to Class 1000) and tools required to prevent contamination during active construction drilling and cutting.
• Proficiency in navigating and extracting data from digital information modeling viewers (e.g., Autodesk Navisworks) and project management software.

Pay

The current base salary range for this role is between $76,000 - $145,000. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE

U.S. Export Control Compliance

This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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