Quality Assurance/Quality Control Instrumentation & Controls Subject Matter Expert

Position Summary

The QA/QC Instrumentation & Controls Subject Matter Expert (I&C SME) serves as the technical authority for all instrumentation, controls, and automation quality functions at a world-class semiconductor manufacturing construction project in Boise, Idaho. This individual ensures all systems meet design intent, code compliance, commissioning requirements, and semiconductor-industry quality standards. The I&C SME partners closely with the Owner, General Contractor, EPC teams, trades, tool vendors, and Commissioning to ensure flawless installation, documentation, and turnover.

This position requires a professional with exceptional integrity, uncompromising values, and a “do the right thing” mindset, capable of maintaining a high-performance culture throughout all stages of construction and start-up.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance & Quality Control

• Oversee and execute QA/QC activities related to PLC systems, sensors, instruments, control panels, SCADA, DCS, BMS, and facility integration points.
• Perform verification and validation of I/O, instrument calibration, loop checks, field device installation, and control-system integrity.
• Review, approve, and audit contractor QC plans, inspection/test plans (ITPs), method statements, and installation procedures.
• Conduct field inspections to ensure compliance with project specifications, P&IDs, control narratives, ISA standards, cleanroom requirements, and semiconductor best practices.
• Identify and document non-conformances (NCRs), drive root-cause analysis, and verify corrective/preventive actions.

Technical Leadership & SME Duties

• Serve as the subject matter expert for all I&C design, installation, testing, and commissioning issues.
• Interface with engineering, tool vendors, facilities teams, and commissioning teams to resolve complex instrumentation and automation issues.
• Provide technical oversight for hazardous gas systems, ultrapure water controls, chemical distribution systems, cleanroom environmental controls, and advanced process tooling interfaces.
• Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and commissioning readiness.

Documentation & Turnover

• Ensure accurate and validated as-built documentation, redlines, calibration sheets, loop sheets, test records, and punch list closure.
• Support turnover package development aligned with semiconductor turnover requirements (CxPOR, SmartCompletions, etc.).
• Maintain meticulous documentation with traceability, quality evidence, and audit readiness.

Safety, Ethics & High-Integrity Culture

• Promote a zero-compromise safety mindset across all I&C work.
• Uphold and model high ethical standards, honesty, transparency, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Champion quality-first decision-making, even under schedule pressure.
• Immediately escalate integrity or compliance concerns through proper channels.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work cross-functionally with construction, commissioning, engineering, and vendor teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Provide daily quality reporting, progress updates, and risk escalation to the Owner’s QA/QC leadership.
• Facilitate constructive problem-solving, ensuring alignment with project objectives and industry-leading standards.

Required

• 10+ years of experience in instrumentation and controls within semiconductor, high-tech manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, chemical plants, or equivalent advanced industrial facilities.
• Deep familiarity with ISA standards, instrument installation practices, cable routing/termination, P&IDs, I/O diagrams, loop sheets, and calibration procedures.
• Strong experience in cleanroom environments, process equipment interfaces, and facility support systems.
• Comprehensive understanding of I&C commissioning, turnover requirements, and integrated facility start-up.
• Proficiency with digital QA/QC platforms (e.g., SmartCompletions, CxAlloy, BIM360, Bluebeam, or similar).
• Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering packages and lead technical problem resolution.
• Proven record of high integrity, strong values, professionalism, and ethical decision-making.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred

• Experience supporting semiconductor megaprojects (e.g., Micron, Intel, TSMC, Samsung, GlobalFoundries).
• OSHA 10/30, NFPA 70E, ISA certifications, or related safety/technical credentials.
• Familiarity with Lean Construction, continuous improvement, or advanced turnover systems.

Why This Role Matters

This I&C SME directly impacts the reliability, safety, and operational excellence of one of the most advanced semiconductor manufacturing sites in the country. The successful candidate will embody excellence, integrity, and precision, helping deliver a facility that meets the highest global standards for technology and quality.