Senior Supervisor, Maintenance Engineering

Western Digital-posted 2 months ago
Full-time • Senior
San Jose, CA
5,001-10,000 employees
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
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We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Senior Facilities Supervisor to support our semiconductor manufacturing operations by ensuring reliable and safe operation of all facility systems across a multi-building, campus-style environment. This role is critical in maintaining uptime for manufacturing, overseeing cleanroom-supporting utilities, and leading a team of technicians and contractors. The ideal candidate combines strong people leadership with deep technical knowledge of complex facility systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and process support infrastructure specific to semiconductor environments.

  • Lead a team of 12-15 facilities technicians and specialists, including hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance management.
  • Ensure the team is trained and aligned with the operational requirements of a 24/7 semiconductor manufacturing environment.
  • Manage staffing schedules and priorities to maintain uninterrupted facility and process utility support.
  • Drive a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Supervise daily operations and preventive maintenance for all site utilities supporting cleanroom manufacturing.
  • Ensure uptime and compliance of critical building systems including HVAC systems, chillers, boilers, pumps, cooling towers, air compressors, vacuum systems, DI/RO water and process water cooling systems, chemical treatment and wastewater neutralization systems, electrical distribution including backup generators and UPS systems, steam systems, plumbing, and roof maintenance.
  • Monitor system performance and manage troubleshooting efforts for rapid resolution of issues that may impact manufacturing.
  • Operate and manage enterprise-level Building Automation Systems (BAS), such as Automated Logic Controls (ALC) and Cimplicity.
  • Use BAS tools to trend data, optimize system efficiency, and detect faults proactively.
  • Coordinate with engineering and manufacturing teams to support facility-related project needs and process improvements.
  • Communicate effectively across departments, from technicians to executive leadership, to ensure alignment and transparency.
  • Generate and present facility status reports, trend analysis, and operational updates using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
  • Track work orders, PM schedules, and corrective actions using CMMS or similar platforms.
  • Ensure all activities comply with environmental regulations, EHS standards, and industry codes (NFPA, NEC, etc.).
  • 5-8 years of facilities management experience in a semiconductor, high-tech manufacturing, or cleanroom-intensive environment.
  • 2+ years of team leadership experience.
  • Advanced understanding of mechanical, electrical, and process utility systems supporting semiconductor operations.
  • Experience with critical systems including chillers, boilers, compressors, vacuum systems, chemical distribution, electrical distribution, and process cooling.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering, Business Management, Project Management, or related field.
  • Experience with IFM providers and associated processes KPI's and SLA's.
  • Experience with Building Automation Systems (e.g., ALC, Cimplicity, or similar).
  • Familiarity with cleanroom environmental controls and FM standards for microelectronics manufacturing.
  • Knowledge of facilities risk management and emergency response protocols.
  • Trade licenses or technical certifications (e.g., HVAC, electrical, CFM, or PMP) are a plus.
  • Paid vacation time
  • Paid sick leave
  • Medical/dental/vision insurance
  • Life, accident and disability insurance
  • Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts
  • Employee assistance program
  • Other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Transit benefits
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan
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