Project Engineer, Infra Electrical

Samsung Electronics • Austin, TX

1d • $76,000 - $165,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an Electrical Engineer for its Infra Electrical Projects Team to develop and execute capital expenditure roadmaps for critical electrical infrastructure. The role leads end-of-life retrofits and capacity expansion projects that support the growth and reliability of 24x7x365 semiconductor fabrication facilities. It ensures power distribution systems are scalable, safe, and resilient enough to support manufacturing.

The engineer oversees projects from planning and conceptual design through execution, construction, and turnover to Operations. The role also manages external design teams and construction partners, ensures code compliance and safety, maintains site-wide electrical specifications and standards, and supports facility uptime, energy efficiency, and corporate sustainability goals.

This is a full-time, on-site position. The base salary range is $76,000–$165,000. Eligible full-time employees may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• At least 2 years of electrical design or project experience in an industrial setting.
• Knowledge of medium- and low-voltage equipment (15 kV–208 V), including power system fault and coordination studies, protection schemes, and protective relays.
• Experience with the design, sizing, and operation of Motor Control Centers, ATS, STS, transformers, emergency generators, and UPS systems.
• Knowledge of electric motors and variable/adjustable frequency drives.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as MODBUS or other relevant industry standards.
• Proficiency with IBC, IFC, NFPA, and other regulatory codes applicable to industrial power distribution design and construction.
• Proficiency in electrical modeling software such as ETAP or SKM.
• Experience managing projects from design and specification through construction administration.
• Ability to interpret complex design plans and shop drawings and conduct field reviews of work in progress.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical content clearly to different organizations.
• Strong creative problem-solving skills, leadership potential, and ability to meet aggressive goals within tight timelines.

Nice To Haves

• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
• PMP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, code compliance, and safety validation for power distribution systems.
• Oversee the full project lifecycle, from planning and conceptual design through execution and delivery, in alignment with scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop, review, and approve site-wide electrical specifications for medium-voltage and low-voltage distribution equipment.
• Author feasibility reports and conceptual designs for Capital Investment Projects and Repair & Maintenance expense projects.
• Provide engineering support during pre-construction, construction, and final turnover to Operations.
• Manage the day-to-day activities of external consultant design teams, general contractors, and subcontractors for new builds and retrofit projects.
• Develop sequences of operations for newly designed systems.
• Apply and maintain industry standards, including SEMI F47, to support facility uptime.
• Perform arc-flash analysis and maintain site-wide code compliance.
• Monitor and ensure the uptime and performance of site power systems.
• Perform quality assurance and quality control reviews of engineering deliverables and vendor proposals.
• Lead participation in internal and external ISO 50001 audits and advance corporate sustainability and energy-efficiency goals.
• Partner with project managers, field technicians, and other stakeholders to address infrastructure challenges.
• Interpret design plans and shop drawings and conduct field reviews of work in progress.

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, including 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives
• Eligible full-time employees may receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance

What This Job Offers

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