Assistant Computer Chip Engineer Jobs in Arizona

Pentagon Technologies, Inc. is a leader in providing mission-critical semiconductor services that touch every device with a computer chip inside. Our customers include the largest semiconductor chip and OEM tool manufacturers in the industry. We stay at the forefront of our industry through innovation, technical proficiency, and our amazing employees. Our industry is in the midst of unprecedented growth and Pentagon is seeking outstanding candidates to join our team!

The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer applies engineering principles to strengthen the safety, health, and environmental performance of the organization. This role focuses on evaluating hazards, designing engineered controls, and improving processes to reduce operational risks. By analyzing equipment, workflows, and system performance, the EHS Engineer helps ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and internal EHS standards while enhancing the overall reliability and safety of operations.

Success in this role requires strong technical expertise paired with a proactive risk assessment, root cause and failure analysis, and solution driven mindset. The EHS Engineer identifies- opportunities for continuous improvement, develops practical risk mitigation strategies, and collaborates closely with the cross functional teams to embed safe design concepts into both new and existing systems. The work supports long-term operational resilience by delivering sustainable, data informed safety solutions that drive meaningful reductions in risk & become champion of our BSAFE program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct engineering-based hazard analyses (PHA, FMEA, and machine risk assessments).
• Evaluate, design, and implement engineering controls such as ventilation systems, machine guarding, interlocks, and ergonomic solutions.
• Review new equipment, process changes, and capital projects designs for safety and environmental impacts and drive down the identified risks.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, safety specifications, and equipment standards.
• Lead investigations involving technical root causes and recommend long term engineering solutions using 8D/RCCA format.
• Analyze environmental and safety data to identify trends and develop system-level improvements. Publish KPIs to maintain a sharp focus on the site’s targets.
• Collaborate closely with operations, R&D, maintenance, and project engineering teams to integrate EHS into project lifecycles.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and applicable industry standards & regulatory license and permits in wastewater, air quality, universal waste and hazardous materials handling, storage & disposition.
• Develop parts and equipment specific safety training content and setup and / or conduct training sessions as needed.
• Perform regular EHS audits and monitor critical parameters on air, water, near misses, lost time incidents etc in order to proactively address risks for a safe working environment.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Environmental, or related field) with 5 years of experience in relevant field.
• Strong understanding of engineering controls, risk assessment methodologies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and develop technical solutions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills using MS Office and SharePoint. Working knowledge of using Statistics, ERP software, cloud database, and PowerBI is preferred.

Preferred:

• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, WSO-CSE, CSHO, ASSE- ASC or FE/PE
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or high hazard environments and PSM.
• Familiarity with process safety, industrial ventilation design, or environmental systems.
• Total Quality Management/ Six Sigma
• Safety Management Techniques
• HAZMAT
• 6S Program methodology
• Regulatory compliance Experience with environmental laws such as RCRA, CWA, CAA, EPCRA, CERCLA, TSCA, state/local environmental codes, and permit conditions

Safety:

Employee will be trained in, and is to follow and lead by example, all general safety requirements of Pentagon Technologies as well as specific safety regulatory requirements.

Work Environment:

Must be able to work in a group environment and be a self-starter. Must be able to perform in noisy, moist, or wet, and hazardous materials environments with standard protection devices. Must be able to handle necessary tools to perform tasks, including manual and mechanized material handling equipment for moving heavy loads through the production environment with little assistance.  Must be able to work in a controlled chemical environment. Persons who are sensitive to chemical environments with such medical conditions as asthma, allergies, or extreme sensitivity to chemicals may not be considered as good candidates for this position.

Physical Demands:

Must pass Company required screening tests. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and frequently lifts, carries or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. 

Perks of Working at Pentagon Technologies 

At the end of the day, our strength comes from our people, and we are determined to recognize and promote your wellbeing—be it professionally, financially, physically, or mentally. 

• Generous PTO 
• 401K program with employer matching contribution 
• Health, dental, vision Insurance (with generous employer contribution) 
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance (fully employer paid) 
• Life and AD&D (employer paid & voluntary option) 
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) 

Be advised that Pentagon Technologies does not offer relocation assistance for this position. Candidates who do not reside near the posted location will be responsible for covering all relocation costs. By applying for this position, candidates acknowledge and agree that they will be solely responsible for any expenses incurred in relocating to the area if selected for the role. 

Pentagon Technologies is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (AA/EOE/W/M/Vet/Disabled) and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment of associates. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. 

To all recruitment agencies: Pentagon Technologies does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our job's alias, Pentagon Technologies employees or any other company location. Pentagon Technologies is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Pentagon Technologies will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Pentagon Technologies explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. 

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