GCS Engineering Design/Construction Team Representative

Samsung Electronics • Austin, TX

7h • Onsite

About The Position

The GCS Design/Construction Engineering Team Representative leads the design and implementation of specialty gas, chemical, and slurry system infrastructure. This dual-responsibility position combines people management with direct ownership of high-priority design and construction projects. The role oversees the engineering team lifecycle, including hiring, performance management, and mentorship, while managing a portfolio of projects. With a primary focus on design, the representative manages external engineering firms and approves critical GCS drawing packages to support a seamless transition to field installation.

The role manages specialty gas, specialty chemical, slurry, bulk gas, and bulk specialty gas systems, and develops, reviews, and approves construction specifications for piping, equipment, distribution systems, and associated rooms and buildings. It also oversees utility demand calculations, monitors design and field work for safety, quality, schedule, and cost, and ensures compliance with applicable mechanical standards, building and plumbing codes, and environmental regulations. The representative serves as a technical contact for construction teams and oversees project handover and closeout documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 7 years of professional experience in engineering design and construction management.
• Extensive experience in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or high-tech manufacturing environments focused on specialty gas and chemical distribution.
• Expert-level knowledge of specialty gas and chemical delivery systems, including high-purity piping, gas cabinets, and chemical distribution.
• Comprehensive understanding of ASME, NFPA, SEMI standards, and local building, plumbing, and environmental codes.
• Ability to balance formal people management and administrative duties with direct project ownership and technical execution.
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and conflict-resolution capabilities.
• Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical requirements to stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple high-priority, multi-million-dollar projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Previous supervisory experience, including hiring, performance management, and team development.
• Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar BIM software.
• Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Primavera, or MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Establish engineering team KPIs and performance goals, conduct performance reviews, and provide ongoing feedback.
• Manage day-to-day operational approvals, including timecards, expense reports, and resource allocation.
• Lead hiring, technical vetting, interviewing, and onboarding for engineering team members.
• Mentor team members and foster continuous learning and technical growth.
• Lead high-priority design and construction projects from inception through delivery, ensuring technical accuracy and accountability.
• Guide the team in identifying, tracking, and resolving project issues; communicate risks and mitigation plans to stakeholders.
• Lead strategic fabrication efforts and support high-level planning for new and retrofit construction.
• Manage external design engineering firms to ensure deliverables are accurate, on schedule, and within budget.
• Review and drive GCS drawing packages for specialty gas, specialty chemicals, slurry, bulk gas, and bulk specialty gases to completion.
• Develop, review, and approve site construction specifications for piping, equipment, distribution systems, and associated rooms and buildings.
• Perform and review utility demand calculations for existing and new facilities.
• Monitor design packages and field installations on large-scale projects for adherence to safety, quality, schedule, and cost requirements.
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for construction teams and review and approve RFIs, submittals, and material submittals.
• Ensure compliance with mechanical standards, building and plumbing codes, and environmental regulations throughout construction.
• Oversee the development of handover plans and comprehensive project closeout documentation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite cafés and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO), two personal holidays, and ten regular holidays
• Wellness incentives
• Eligible full-time salaried or hourly employees may receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager