Lead UPW Process Engineer - Semiconductor Fab

Tata Electronics Limited; Hinoba-an; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Electronics Limited is seeking a Process Engineer to support Ultra-Pure Water (UPW) systems in a semiconductor manufacturing environment in the Philippines. The role focuses on process design, system integration, troubleshooting, and performance monitoring of critical utilities, with emphasis on safety and quality.

You will lead UPW operation improvements, SOP updates, vendor coordination, and capital project support, working with facilities, QA, and manufacturing teams to ensure reliable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field.
• Master’s degree or relevant certifications is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), commissioning plans, and test protocols.
• Oversee the operation, maintenance, and optimization of UPW generation and distribution systems (e.g., RO, EDI, UV, ion exchange, degasification, filtration).
• Ensure UPW quality meets the stringent standards required for semiconductor processes.
• Support startup, commissioning, and qualification activities as the client representative.
• Lead or participate in process improvement initiatives (e.g., energy/water savings, equipment reliability).
• Support capital projects including equipment selection, commissioning, and startup for water systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (facilities, EHS, manufacturing, quality, vendors) to support fab operations.
• Collaborate with project management and project execution, operations, and quality teams to ensure seamless integration of water utility systems.
• Ensure safe work practices in all activities and lead process hazard reviews (HAZOP, FMEA).
• Stay current with environmental regulations (e.g., local wastewater regulations) and industry best practices.

Skills

UPW systems

Process design

Troubleshooting

Vendor management

HAZOP

FMEA

AutoCAD

P&ID

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

P&ID

Process modelling tools

Analytical instruments

Job description

Tata Electronics Limited is seeking a Process Engineer to support Ultra-Pure Water (UPW) systems in a semiconductor manufacturing environment in the Philippines. The role focuses on process design, system integration, troubleshooting, and performance monitoring of critical utilities, with emphasis on safety and quality.

You will lead UPW operation improvements, SOP updates, vendor coordination, and capital project support, working with facilities, QA, and manufacturing teams to ensure reliable