Lead Gas & Chemical Systems Project Engineer

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Position Summary

The GCS Design/Construction Engineering Team Representative is expected to lead the design and implementation of our specialty gas, chemical and slurry system infrastructure. This is a dual-responsibility role combining formal people management with direct project ownership. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of the engineering team—including hiring, performance management, and mentorship—while personally managing a portfolio of high-priority design and construction projects. With a primary focus on the design phase, you will manage external engineering firms and approve critical GCS drawing packages to ensure a seamless transition to field installation. This role requires 7+ years of experience in high-purity systems and a proven ability to lead projects in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

People Management & Operations

• Performance Management: Establish clear KPIs and performance goals for the engineering team; conduct regular performance reviews and provide continuous, actionable feedback.
• Administrative Oversight: Manage day-to-day operational approvals, including timecards, expense reports, and resource allocation.
• Talent Acquisition: Lead the hiring process for new engineering talent, including interviewing, vetting technical competency, and onboarding new team members.
• Mentorship: Foster a culture of continuous learning and technical growth within the team to ensure long-term operational sustainability.

Direct Project Execution & Oversight

• Technical Project Lead: Serve as the primary lead for high-priority design and construction projects, ensuring technical accuracy and accountability from inception to delivery.
• Technical Leadership: Guide the team in identifying, tracking, and resolving project issues throughout all phases of work, providing clear communication to stakeholders regarding risks and mitigation plans.
• Strategic Planning: Lead strategic fabrication efforts and support high-level project planning for new and retrofit construction.

Design & Technical Management

• Oversee and manage external design engineering firms to ensure deliverables are accurate, on schedule, and within budget.
• Review and drive GCS (Gas & Chemical System) drawing packages—including specialty gas, specialty chemicals, slurry, bulk gas, and bulk specialty gases—to completion.
• Develop, review, and approve site construction specifications for piping, equipment, distribution systems, and associated rooms/buildings.
• Perform and review utility demand calculations for both existing and new facilities to ensure operational capacity.
• Construction, Quality & Compliance
• Monitor design packages and field installations for large-scale projects to ensure strict adherence to safety, quality, schedule, and cost requirements.
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for construction teams, reviewing and approving RFIs, submittals, and material submittals.
• Ensure total compliance with mechanical standards, building codes, plumbing codes, and environmental regulations throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Oversee the development of handover plans and comprehensive project closeout documentation.

Skills and Qualifications

Here's what you'll need:

Required Qualifications - 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience: Minimum of 7+ years of professional experience in engineering design and construction management.
• Industry Expertise: Extensive experience specifically within semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or high-tech manufacturing environments focusing on specialty gas and chemical distribution.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired but not required) - 

• Professional Certification: Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Leadership Experience: Previous experience in a supervisory role, including experience with hiring, performance management, and team development.
• Advanced Degree: Master's degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Technical Skills-System Expertise: Expert-level knowledge of specialty gas and chemical delivery systems, including high-purity piping, gas cabinets, and chemical distribution.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of ASME, NFPA, SEMI standards, and local building/plumbing/environmental codes.
• Project Tools: Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar BIM software, as well as project management software (e.g., Procore, Primavera, or MS Project).Core Competencies-Ability to balance formal people management (HR/Admin) with direct project ownership and technical execution.
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and conflict-resolution capabilities.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical requirements to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple high-priority, multi-million dollar projects simultaneously.

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 café(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.

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