Facilities Control Engineer I or II, Texas Institute for Electronics

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

13d•$120,000 - $140,000

About The Position

The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, preeminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth. Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing. With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we’re at the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city’s innovative spirit. Texas Institute of Electronics (TIE) is looking for a Facilities Mechanical Engineer I or II to join our team. As a member of the TIE Facilities team, you'll be directly responsible for overseeing the safe design and operation of various mechanical systems for our semiconductor wafer fab and test facilities. TIE Facilities operates over 150 different utility systems that include chemicals, gases, variety of electrical systems, water systems, HVAC, waste, vacuum, and controls. Facilities works closely with TIE’s manufacturing team to understand how the utility systems impact the process as well as how to reduce consumption. The Facilities Control Engineer I or II is needed to oversee the safe design and operation of various industrial control and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) software for our semiconductor wafer fab and test facilities. TIE Facilities operates over 150 different utility systems that include chemicals, gases, variety of electrical systems, water systems, HVAC, waste, vacuum, and controls.

Requirements

Facilities Control Engineer I: Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field
At least two years' experience in control systems engineering, design and construction
Facilities Control Engineer II: Master’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field
More than two years' experience in control systems engineering, design and construction
For both levels: General knowledge of building systems and an understanding of how building control systems are integrated with these systems.
Ability to troubleshoot control systems due to unstable operations or equipment failure and remedy the problem via equipment replacement and/or modifying PLC loop tuning parameters and/or programming to improve system performance.
Ability to use Process Flow Diagrams and P&ID documents to properly design, install and commission a variety of equipment used to operate and control building utility systems.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
Ability to work effectively in an interrupt-driven, fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships
Possess strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated strong customer service orientation and ability to take ownership for issue resolution
Proficient with PC hardware, windows-based applications and AutoCAD Revit
Ability to understand, review and provide input on construction drawings
Ability to analyze existing systems and associated monitoring equipment to troubleshoot and resolve problems
Ability to develop and update Process and Instrumentation Diagrams, Sequence of Operations, I/O lists, panel drawings and instrumentations lists

Responsibilities

Design, install and operate PLC controllers and field instruments to include PLC programming, installation and calibration of various types of instruments for continuous operation and accurate and reliable data collection of various building utility systems.
Troubleshoot control systems due to unstable operations or equipment failure and remedy the problem via equipment replacement and/or modifying PLC loop tuning parameters and/or programming to improve system performance.
Use Process Flow Diagrams and P&ID documents to properly design, install, and commission a variety of equipment used to operate and control building utility systems.
Provide oversight of the building control systems with a focus on safety, operational reliability and security.
Other related functions as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card