Chemicals Lead -Semiconductor and FAB facilities

AECOM; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM seeks a Chemicals Lead for semiconductor FAB facilities in Bengaluru. The role focuses on design of chemical delivery systems for photolithography, passivation, oxidation, doping, metallization and etching.

Responsibilities include BIM-enabled design, vendor coordination, safety and regulatory compliance (SEMI/ISO/OSHA/EPA/NFPA), and driving cost-efficient process improvements across projects. Strong cross-functional collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemical engineering or a related field.
• 10-15+ years of experience in semiconductor fabrication or related fields.
• Strong understanding of chemical handling and process modeling/simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of Bulk Chemicals and Slurry Distribution Systems across design stages.
• Design plant components and piping for storage and distribution of chemicals.
• Coordinate with vendors and ensure project KPI targets (timeline, cost, quality).
• Oversee safety and compliance with SEMI, ISO, OSHA, EPA, NFPA standards.

Skills

Chemical delivery design

Process modeling

AutoCAD

BIM tools

Revit

Navisworks

Safety compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor or Master in chemical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Chemicals Lead for semiconductor and battery fabrication (FAB) facilities. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in design of chemical delivery systems for semiconductor manufacturing plants. These include chemicals for photolithography, passivation, thermal oxidation, doping, metallization and etching processes

This role involves knowledge specialist vendor ecosystem, collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with industry standards including environmental, safety, operational standards and driving innovative solutions for process efficiency and cost optimization.

Responsibilities:

Process Design & Optimization:

• Lead design in development of Bulk Chemicals and Slurry Distribution Systems along concept-, basic- and detailed design stages.
• Design of components of plants and piping with focus on storage and distribution of chemicals.
• Specification of storage and treatment systems, components and piping distribution.
• Monitoring and optimization of project management KPI related to the technical system (timeline, cost, quality)
• Identify and mitigate process bottlenecks through continuous improvement initiatives.

Equipment & Technology Integration:

• Ensure system integration using BIM tools (e.g., Revit, Navisworks) to coordinate third-party designs with other facility systems and control platforms (e.g., PLC, SCADA).
• Integrate performance requirements for vendor designed equipment and systems in the RFP. Provide accurate and competitive quantity estimates during bidding for chemical systems / services. Drive value engineering.
• Assess and recommend equipment for the semiconductor utility systems based on process needs.

Compliance & Standards:

• Enforce safety and compliance by overseeing the implementation of protocols for hazardous and cryogenic gases in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
• Ensure adherence to industry regulations SEMI, ISO, OSHA, EPA, NFPA etc.
• Knowledge of applicable international standards and local country standards.

Collaboration & Coordination:

• Collaborate across teamsincluding external designers, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders—to ensure gas system designs meet facility needs and project timelines.
• Presentation, coordination and clarification of planning results and space requirements with the team and the customer
• Coordinating with vendors for equipment testing, and managing risks to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables.
• Technical project management also in the execution stage including coordination of interfaces
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and support training initiatives.

Project Documentation:

• Understanding the requirements and preparing technical documentation, DBR, PFD, P&ID, equipment specifications and reports.
• Support feasibility studies, cost analysis, and risk assessments for FAB projects.
• Define System Performance Guarantee Parameters.
• Vendor evaluation and selection, Vendor Engineering Reviews.
• Piping Layouts / Piping Distribution, Isometric Drawing preparation, BOQ generations.
• Process inputs for Control Logics.
• Review vendor design calculations, schematics, technical submittals, QAPs and Shop drawings for chemical systems
• FAT/SAT and accepting the materials for Installation
• Assist in commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV) of FAB processes.

Experience & Qualification:

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemical engineering or a related field.

Experience:

• 10-15+ years of experience in semiconductor fabrication, process engineering, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of chemical handling.
• Experience with process modeling and simulation tools.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of utility design for semiconductor FABs.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, airflow simulation tools, and MS Office

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication skills for cross-functional teamwork and client interactions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in greenfield and brownfield FAB design.
• Familiarity with sustainability practices in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Understanding of local authority regulations for FAB facility approvals and permitting