Specialty Gas Design/Construction Engineer

Samsung • Taylor, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Specialty Gas Design/Construction Engineer is responsible for code compliance and safety for new construction, retrofit construction, and evaluation of existing facilities supporting fabrication and sustaining operations. The role manages design teams during facility construction and tool hookup design, ensuring review and approval of specialty gas system connections and materials of construction. It also manages general contractor activities for new and retrofit projects and oversees equipment and system handover and project closeout.

The engineer leads specialty gas system planning and technical coordination across design, construction, site operations, EHS, manufacturing, and engineering stakeholders. The position supports compliance with applicable codes and standards, proactively manages construction risks and issues, performs field observations, and ensures completed systems are documented and transferred to customers. The position is full-time and on-site at Samsung Austin Semiconductor.

Requirements

• Four-year degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Construction Engineering.
• At least 5 years of specialty gas design and project experience focused on systems in an industrial setting.
• Working knowledge of IBC, IFC, NFPA, and other codes and standards applicable to specialty gas system design and construction.
• Proven experience managing and leading projects through the full lifecycle, including design, specification, and construction.
• Ability to read and interpret complex design plans, shop drawings, and equipment specifications.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, BIM 360, and Bluebeam.
• Aptitude for documentation and data analysis using MS Office programs.
• Ability to learn internally developed software and interface with programmers to manage code-compliance databases.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical information to diverse audiences.
• Reliable and punctual attendance; ability to work overtime or non-scheduled days as required.

Nice To Haves

• Semiconductor facilities experience or experience in a related high-tech industrial field.
• Five or more years of direct experience in a construction site setting.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas, or registered in another state with the ability to transfer.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic fab and support project planning for specialty gas systems, review and approve first-of-the-kind process tool gas requirements, and identify critical-path solutions for code and regulatory concerns.
• Develop, review, and approve site construction and tool hookup specifications related to gas piping, equipment, distribution rooms, and buildings.
• Provide technical guidance to contracted design teams and review and approve gas connections and materials of construction.
• Work with site operations and EHS teams to audit existing piping, equipment, and secondary containment for compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Serve as the primary technical interface among the Construction General Contractor, subcontractors, consultant design teams, and SAS owner organizations.
• Support and respond to submittals, RFIs, NCRs, SWNs, and other requests related to specialty gas system construction.
• Identify, track, manage, resolve, and communicate construction project issues; document Site Observation Reports and manage punch lists through resolution.
• Identify and mitigate project risks related to safety and code compliance.
• Perform regular field observation inspections of previously installed ductwork, piping, and equipment to verify safety and code standards.
• Interface with stakeholders across SAS Infra, Manufacturing, and Engineering to meet project goals and timelines.
• Oversee development and execution of the system handover plan, ensuring as-builts, certifications, and O&M manuals are approved and transferred to the customer.

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, two personal holidays, and ten regular holidays
• Wellness incentives
• Eligible full-time employees may receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance
• Competitive benefits package and possible participation in company incentive compensation programs

What This Job Offers

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