Facility Engineer (Chemical Systems)

Tata Electronics; Dholera; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor manufacturing company in Gujarat is seeking a Facility Engineer – Chemical Systems to ensure safe and continuous operations of chemical utility systems. The candidate will manage chemicals, ensure compliance with safety standards, and support maintenance activities. The ideal applicant should hold a degree in Chemical Engineering, have 3–8 years of relevant experience, and possess strong troubleshooting skills. This is a full-time position with opportunities in a cutting-edge industry.

Qualifications

• 3–8+ years of experience in chemical facilities or process systems.
• Experience in semiconductor fabs or high-purity industries is preferred.
• Knowledge of EHS management and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain bulk and specialty chemical systems.
• Ensure compliance with EHS standards and conduct safety audits.
• Plan and execute preventive maintenance activities.

Skills

Knowledge of chemical handling and high-purity utility systems

Strong troubleshooting skills

Strong communication skills

Vendor and contractor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Tata Electronics (a wholly‑owned subsidiary of Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd.) is building India’s first AI‑enabled state‑of‑the‑art semiconductor foundry. The facility will produce chips for power‑management ICs, display drivers, microcontrollers (MCU) and high‑performance.sms computing logic to meet the growing demand in automotive, computing, data storage, wireless communications and artificial intelligence markets.

Job Summary:
The Facility Engineer – Chemical Systems is responsible for the safe, reliable and continuous operation of chemical utility systems supporting semiconductor manufacturing. The role ensures uninterrupted supply of high‑purity chemicals, compliance with stringent EHS and regulatory standards, and high availability of chemical facilities to meet fab production requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Chemical Systems Operations

• Operate and maintain bulk and specialty chemical systems including acids, solvents, CMP slurries, and specialty process chemicals.
• Manage chemical storage, distribution, delivery, and point‑of‑use systems within the fab.
• Ensure reliable operation of chemical waste collection, neutralization, and treatment systems.

Safety, EHS & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with EHS standards, SEMI guidelines, ISO systems, and local statutory regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments, HAZOP, safety audits, and emergency drills related to chemical systems.
• Support incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.

Monitoring & Control

• Monitor chemical systems through SCADA/BMS/DCS and respond to alarms and excursions.
• Track system performance, chemical consumption, leaks, and contamination risks.
• Maintain SOPs, MSDS documentation, and permit‑to‑work systems.

Maintenance & Reliability

• Plan and execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for maintenance, calibration, and upgrades.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for safety and uptime.

Project & Coordination

• Support installation, hook‑up, testing, and commissioning of new chemical systems.
• Interface with process engineering, EHS, construction, and equipment teams.
• Manage vendor performance, service contracts and spare parts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
3–8+ years of experience in chemical facilities, utilities or process systems. Experience in semiconductor fabs, electronics manufacturing, chemical plants or high‑purity industries is preferred.
• Knowledge of chemical handling and high‑purity utility systems.
• Experience with EHS management and regulatory compliance.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Vendor and contractor management experience.
• Documentation, SOP writing and audit readiness.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of UPW, scrubbers and abatement systems.
• Exposure to ISO 14001 / ISO 45001.
• Experience in 24x7 manufacturing operations.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

• Analyst
• Strategy/Planning
• Manufacturing

Industries

• Manufacturing
• Semiconductor Manufacturing
• Facilities Services