Global Facilities & Construction Staff Architect

MICRON SEMICONDUCTOR ASIA OPERATIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in Singapore is looking for a Senior Architect to provide architectural leadership for semiconductor manufacturing facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial construction, particularly in the semiconductor sector, with expertise in cleanroom design and regulatory compliance. This role involves leading design strategies and overseeing construction phases to ensure quality and adherence to safety regulations. Applicants should have at least 10 years of experience in architecture and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of architectural experience in industrial construction projects.
• Minimum 5 years in Semiconductor and/or facilities related industry.
• LEED and Green Mark (or equivalent) experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality architectural leadership for semiconductor manufacturing facilities.
• Lead architectural design strategies for multiple types of buildings.
• Oversee construction, ensuring compliance with codes and standards.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD software and BIM tools

Expertise in semiconductor cleanroom design

Good knowledge of local construction codes

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong collaboration and analytical abilities

Education

Master’s or bachelor’s degree in architecture

Job description

Overview

Job Description

As the GlobalFacilities & Construction (South Asia)–SeniorArchitect, you provide high‑quality architectural leadership and technical authority for the planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of facilities systems supporting Micron’s global semiconductor manufacturing network.

You will act as a subject matter expert throughout all project phases – from concept design and construction to installation, on-going operations, and maintenance – ensuring environmental, safety, regulatory, and code compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Architectural Design & Leadership

• Lead and define architectural design strategies for semiconductor facilities, including FABs, CUPs, Probe, Admin Building, and Miscellaneous Buildings.
• Develop conceptual designs, detailed plans, and specifications in compliance with Micron’s global standards and local/international codes.
• Provide technical support during construction, including submittal reviews, evaluating GC-initiated changes, developing project modifications, and conducting QA/QC reviews of design documents (e.g., architectural plans, specifications, and calculations).
• Perform technical reviews of structural design work by A&E firms, GC design teams, and sub-consultants to ensure quality and compliance.
• Prepare architectural design, RFPs, design documentation reports, and develop architectural layout plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projects.
• Oversee layout, interior design, and space planning for FABs, CUPs, Probe, Admin, and Miscellaneous Buildings.
• Conduct field inspections during construction to verify compliance with scope, schedule, and budget.
• Apply International Building Code (IBC) for exiting, fire compartmentation, LEED, Green Mark, sustainability, occupancy, and building classifications.
• Design specialized cleanroom components, including raised floors, demountable walls, and ceiling grid systems.
• Ensure constructability in complex environments, minimizing disruptions near operating buildings.
• Lead alignment of facility design standards, construction project management practices, and O&M best-known methods (BKM).
• Perform regular field inspections and monitor projects to ensure adherence to Micron specifications, codes, regulations, and agreed scope, schedule, and budget.
• Validate cost estimates and construction schedules for architectural aspects of projects.
• Review and approve design drawings and specifications for completeness and accuracy.
• Evaluate architectural drawing submissions and supporting documentation to ensure design integrity.
• Review Autodesk and BIM 3D models for functionality, egress, maintenance accessibility, constructability, and clash analyses coordination with other engineering disciplines.
• Inspect construction and installation progress for conformance to established drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Support all sites, including on-site presence for construction projects and resolution of critical architectural issues.
• Collaborate with consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, cost-effective project execution.

Site Master Planning (SMP) & Space Optimization

• Develop, propose, and collaborate with global and site teams to generate preliminary site master plan (SMP) concept designs for greenfield and brownfield projects aligned with company strategic goals.
• Collaborate with multi-functional facilities teams to identify opportunities for space planning optimization and establish standards for critical facilities, rooms and areas.
• Standardize and continuously improve facilities space management for critical systems, leveraging industry best practices and lessons learned.
• Assess and mitigate risks related to space constraints in brownfield projects by conducting clash checks during preliminary stages and providing support for project continuity.

Project Leadership & Strategic Alignment

• Lead design and construction of regional greenfield and brownfield projects in alignment with global standards.
• Collaborate with central sustainability, cost, construction, and line planning teams to ensure strategic alignment.
• Provide technical support for site projects, Alpha to Beta technology transfer, and sustainability initiatives.
• Review and approve site capacity expansion and sustainability CAPEX proposals.
• Evaluate priorities to enable business-driven decisions on Facilities Reliability Improvement project CAPEX.

Reliability & Strategic Program Support

• Provide architectural support for site improvement projects, including System Reliability Improvements, Quality Enhancements, and Equipment End-of-Life (EOL) replacements.
• Oversee regional efforts and identify opportunities to align strategic programs (e.g., BCP, Critical Specifications, Quality Defense Line).
• Support major Site Infrastructure Planning reviews and ensure architectural compliance.

Sustainability & Certifications

• Champion LEED and Green Mark certification processes for new and existing projects.
• Integrate sustainable design principles and energy-efficient solutions into all architectural plans.
• Support the network effort to implement, monitor and drive continuous improvement for Micron’s Sustainability programs in alignment with the long-term Sustainability strategy.
• In-depth review of site sustainability projects and sustainability data monitoring to support sites and company’s sustainability targets.
• Support sustainability project achievement data acquisition and validation in central tracking depository.

Interior Design & Space Optimization

• Oversee interior design for cleanrooms, office spaces, and collaborative environments.
• Ensure ergonomic, functional, and aesthetic excellence in space planning.

Project Oversight & Coordination

• Manage architectural deliverables throughout design and construction phases.
• Collaborate with consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, cost-effective project execution.

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure adherence to local and international building codes, safety regulations, and Micron’s internal standards.
• Manage permitting and regulatory approval processes.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s or bachelor’s degree in architecture.

• Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of architectural experience in industrial construction projects & minimum 5 years in Semiconductor and/or facilities related industry.

• Technical expertise, knowledge, and experience on building design and construction of Semiconductor Wafer Fab building and CUB building.
• Strong background in consulting and construction for fast-track large-scale semiconductor/industrial projects.

• Certifications:

• LEED and Green Mark (or equivalent) experience required.

• Skills:

• Proficiency in CAD software and BIM tools
• Expertise in semiconductor cleanroom design and high-tech manufacturing environments.
• Good knowledge and understanding of semiconductor manufacturing plants and local construction codes (preferably with fundamental knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes).
• Excellent interpersonal skills, strong collaboration and analytical abilities, ability to work independently, and proven team leadership experience.
• Ability to prioritize and schedule workload and work on multiple tasks concurrently.
• Ability to travel 15-25% of the time on average, but up to 30% of the time during Critical Project phases or Site Activities.
• Preferred:

• Professional Architect licensure.