Chemical System Lead Engineer

CTCI SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CTCI SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. seeks a Chemical System Lead Engineer to oversee the technical and engineering management of Frontend FAB chemical systems, covering planning, design, procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning.

You will ensure supply capacity, safety, reliability, and adherence to Singapore EHS regulations and process requirements, working with cross-functional teams and external vendors on a 36-month contract at Woodlands North, Singapore.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Diploma in a relevant engineering discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in chemical systems or related high-tech facilities.
• Experience with bulk or specialty chemical distribution systems is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret PFDs, P&IDs, drawings and layouts.
• Knowledge of Singapore EHS requirements and regulatory standards.
• Able to coordinate with Clients, contractors and vendors on site.
• Fluent English; Chinese a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and design of Frontend FAB chemical systems.
• Develop chemical supply and distribution systems to meet process requirements.
• Prepare and review engineering documents (PFDs, P&IDs, layouts).
• Select and review chemical tanks, pumps, valves and piping components.
• Coordinate interfaces with Process, Gas, UPW, WWT, Drainage, Electrical, I&C, Facilities and Safety.
• Coordinate with Vendors; evaluate technical bids and clarifications.
• Manage RFIs, design changes, installation and commissioning issues.
• Lead testing, flushing, leak testing and performance verification.
• Ensure compliance with EHS and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain system reliability, capacity, and redundancy for FAB processes.

Skills

Chemical system design

PFDs & P&IDs interpretation

Site coordination

Vendor coordination

Testing & commissioning

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Environmental/Materials Engineering

Job description

Job Summary

Serve as the Chemical System Lead Engineer, responsible for the overall technical and engineering management of Frontend FAB chemical systems, covering system planning, design, procurement, construction, cross-system interface coordination, testing, and commissioning. Ensure chemical supply capacity and quality, system safety and reliability, and project schedule compliance with semiconductor process requirements, EHS regulations, and project specifications.

Key Responsibilities

1. Chemical System Design
   Lead the planning and design of Frontend FAB chemical systems, including supply capacity, storage, distribution, equipment, piping and layout.
2. Chemical Supply & Distribution
   Develop chemical supply and distribution systems to meet semiconductor process requirements, including bulk and specialty chemicals.
3. Engineering Documentation
   Prepare and review PFDs, P&IDs, layouts, data sheets, equipment specifications, calculations and related engineering documents.
4. Equipment & Piping
   Review and select chemical tanks, pumps, valves, piping systems, delivery equipment and related components.
5. Multidisciplinary Interface Coordination
   Coordinate Chemical system interfaces with Process, Gas, UPW, WWT, Drainage, Exhaust, Electrical, I&C, Facilities and Safety systems.
6. Vendor & Technical Coordination
   Prepare technical specifications, conduct Technical Bid Evaluations, review Vendor Data and manage technical clarifications.
7. Construction & Site Support
   Manage RFIs, design changes, equipment and piping installation, quality issues and technical problems during construction.
8. Testing & Commissioning
   Lead or coordinate chemical system testing, flushing, leak testing, commissioning and performance verification.
9. Safety & Regulatory Compliance
   Ensure chemical systems comply with applicable EHS requirements, chemical handling standards and Singapore regulatory requirements.
10. System Performance & Reliability
    Ensure chemical supply capacity, pressure, flow, quality, reliability and redundancy meet FAB process and production requirements.

Requirements

• Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Materials Engineering or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in chemical systems, semiconductor FAB, high-tech facilities or industrial utility projects.
• Hands-on experience in chemical supply systems, piping, equipment installation, construction coordination and commissioning.
• Experience with bulk chemicals, specialty chemicals or semiconductor chemical distribution systemsis highly preferred.
• Able to read and interpret PFDs, P&IDs, engineering drawings, layouts, isometrics and technical documents.
• Familiar with chemical storage, transfer, distribution, piping, leak detection and related safety systems.
• Experience in Vendor coordination, technical document review, RFI management and resolving site engineering issues.
• Experience in system testing, flushing, leak testing and commissioning is preferred.
• Good understanding of chemical handling, EHS requirements and Singapore regulatory requirements.
• Able to work independently on site and coordinate effectively with Clients, contractors, Vendors and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Good command of English; proficiency in Chinese is an advantage.
• Willing to work in a site-based environment, including shifts or extended hours as required by the project.
• Relevant qualifications and licences must comply with applicable Singapore laws, regulations and authority requirements.

Working Location: Woodlands North, Singapore
Employment Type: Contract (36 months)