QA/QC- SME - I&C- Boise, ID

Position Summary

The QA/QC Instrumentation & Controls Subject Matter Expert (I&C SME) serves as the technical authority for all instrumentation, controls, and automation quality functions at a world-class semiconductor manufacturing construction project in Boise, Idaho. This individual ensures all systems meet design intent, code compliance, commissioning requirements, and semiconductor-industry quality standards. The I&C SME partners closely with the Owner, General Contractor, EPC teams, trades, tool vendors, and Commissioning to ensure flawless installation, documentation, and turnover.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute QA/QC activities related to PLC systems, sensors, instruments, control panels, SCADA, DCS, BMS, and facility integration points.
• Perform verification and validation of I/O, instrument calibration, loop checks, field device installation, and control-system integrity.
• Review, approve, and audit contractor QC plans, inspection/test plans (ITPs), method statements, and installation procedures.
• Conduct field inspections to ensure compliance with project specifications, P&IDs, control narratives, ISA standards, cleanroom requirements, and semiconductor best practices.
• Identify and document non-conformances (NCRs), drive root-cause analysis, and verify corrective/preventive actions.

Technical Leadership & SME Duties

• Serve as the subject matter expert for all I&C design, installation, testing, and commissioning issues.
• Interface with engineering, tool vendors, facilities teams, and commissioning teams to resolve complex instrumentation and automation issues.
• Provide technical oversight for hazardous gas systems, ultrapure water controls, chemical distribution systems, cleanroom environmental controls, and advanced process tooling interfaces.
• Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and commissioning readiness.

Documentation & Turnover

• Ensure accurate and validated as-built documentation, redlines, calibration sheets, loop sheets, test records, and punch list closure.
• Support turnover package development aligned with semiconductor turnover requirements (CxPOR, SmartCompletions, etc.).
• Maintain meticulous documentation with traceability, quality evidence, and audit readiness.

Safety, Ethics & High-Integrity Culture

• Promote a zero-compromise safety mindset across all I&C work.
• Uphold and model high ethical standards, honesty, transparency, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Champion quality-first decision-making, even under schedule pressure.
• Immediately escalate integrity or compliance concerns through proper channels.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work cross-functionally with construction, commissioning, engineering, and vendor teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Provide daily quality reporting, progress updates, and risk escalation to the Owner’s QA/QC leadership.
• Facilitate constructive problem-solving, ensuring alignment with project objectives and industry-leading standards.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in instrumentation and controls within semiconductor, high-tech manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, chemical plants, or equivalent advanced industrial facilities.
• Deep familiarity with ISA standards, instrument installation practices, cable routing/termination, P&IDs, I/O diagrams, loop sheets, and calibration procedures.
• Strong experience in cleanroom environments, process equipment interfaces, and facility support systems.
• Comprehensive understanding of I&C commissioning, turnover requirements, and integrated facility start-up.
• Proficiency with digital QA/QC platforms (e.g., SmartCompletions, CxAlloy, BIM360, Bluebeam, or similar).
• Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering packages and lead technical problem resolution.
• Proven record of high integrity, strong values, professionalism, and ethical decision-making.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred

• Experience supporting semiconductor megaprojects (e.g., Micron, Intel, TSMC, Samsung, GlobalFoundries).
• OSHA 10/30, NFPA 70E, ISA certifications, or related safety/technical credentials.
• Familiarity with Lean Construction, continuous improvement, or advanced turnover systems.