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Perform thermal and heat transfer analyses, including heat load calculations, heat budgets, and ... Experience supporting superconducting magnet, MRI, aerospace, quantum computing, semiconductor, or ...

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HVAC Facilities TL Thermal Engineer

Austin, TX • On-site

Samsung Semiconductor, Inc.
Appliances and Electrical and Electronics Wholesalers • 10K+ employees

$76K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago


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6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

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Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor
Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a highly motivated engineer to fill the role of HVAC Facilities TL Thermal Engineer on the HVAC Engineering Team to support the Samsung Taylor Facilities Operations Group. The Engineer and their team will work to tackle our most complex problems, initiate improvement projects, review designs, and manage projects while overseeing day to day activities including Breakdown Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance for improving quality and reliability in support of a semiconductor wafer fab.
This role is within HVAC team at the Taylor, TX Facility. The HVAC thermal team scope includes cooling systems (cooling towers, condenser water, chilled water), heating systems (steam/condensate, hot water), Fab air conditioning (outside air makeup units, dry cooling coils, water spray/scrubbing system), general air conditioning (AHUs, EHPs, CRAC units), and process cooling water (tool heat removal).
Facilities HVAC systems are designed to run 24 hours a day, 365 days a year without interruption.

Role and Responsibilities

Here's What You'll Be Responsible For:

  • Providesoversightandcommunicationtosupporttheneedsofoperations,instrumentation,maintenance,andexternalresourcestoensureoperationalsustainabilityoffacilitiesandequipment.

  • Reviewsandanalyzesprocessandequipmentdatatoensuretheyarerunningwithinspecificationsandsufficientcapacityisavailabletomeetoperatingdemand.

  • Successfullyinterfaceswithinternalcustomerorganizationstosustainuninterruptedoperations.

  • ImprovesequipmentreliabilitythroughFMEA,rootcauseanalysis,and8Dproblemsolving.

  • Supportthedevelopmentandimprovementofoperationsandmaintenanceprocedures/programstoensureuseofbestpractices.

  • Incorporatesbestpracticesintositespecifications,standards,andstandardoperatingprocedures.

  • Forecastscostsandexpendituresforoperationandmaintenanceassignedsystems.

  • Developscostreductionprojectsthatreducedoperatingandmaintenanceexpensesofthosesystems.

  • Mentorsjuniorengineerstofacilitatecareerdevelopmentandtechnicalexpertise.

  • Cultivating,sustainingandmanagingsystemtoensuresitesafety,qualityofoperation,andenvironmentalstewardship.

  • Implementprocesses&procedurestoimproveandstandardizeworkacrosstheteam&site.

  • Provideindustrycontributionsthroughconferencesandotherprofessionalorganizations.

  • Supporttestandimplementationofinnovativenewtechnologiestosolvebusinessneedsandimproveoperation.

Skills and Qualifications

Here's what you'll need:

  • QualifiedcandidateswillhaveaBachelor'sdegreeinMechanicalorChemicalEngineering.

  • 8+yearsofexperience.

  • Previousexperienceinplantoperations,reliabilityengineering,ordesignengineering.

The current base salary range for this role is between $76,000 - $145,000. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards
At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting

  • Onsite cafe(s) and workout facilities

  • Paid maternity and paternity leave

  • Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays

  • Wellness incentives and MORE

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance
This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

Trade Secrets Notice
By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung-or encourage Samsung to use-any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.

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