Lead Research Engineer, Lab Operations, LCaM

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES in Singapore is seeking a Facilities Engineer to oversee the operations, maintenance, and engineering of HVAC and cleanroom systems. You will manage daily operations and respond to system issues, ensuring optimal performance and timely stakeholder updates.

The role requires at least a Bachelor or Master in engineering with 3+ years in wafer-fab or similar environments, strong electrical/ELV/building automation knowledge, and project management capabilities.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree (Bachelor or Master) in a relevant field.
• Min. 3 years of relevant work experience, preferably in wafer-fab or similar industry.
• Good experience in electrical and ELV and building automation systems.
• Project management skills; familiar with government procurement policies is a major plus.
• Knowledge of facilities like process exhaust, compressed dry air systems typical in wafer-fab.
• Familiar with local codes (BCA, URA, SCDF/FSB, NEA) and other statutory requirements.
• Analytical skills to troubleshoot basic facilities systems.
• Able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for operations, maintenance, engineering aspects of HVAC & mechanical systems and infrastructure supporting the cleanroom.
• Responsible for operations, maintenance, engineering aspects of cleanroom systems such as FFU, Particle Counter etc.
• Manage daily operations to ensure systems are operating in optimal condition.
• Respond to and perform troubleshooting for all system failures or deficiencies, keeping stakeholders updated.
• Plan and manage maintenance activities in accordance to OEM or regulatory requirements.
• Manage vendors/contractors on outsourced services to meet contract terms.
• Involvement in facilities related projects and liaise with consultants and authorities to ensure timely completion.
• Prepare RFQ / tender documents for purchase requests.
• Compliance to EHS and regulatory requirements for all activities.
• Active contribution in energy conservation programs and initiatives.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical ELV

Facilities management

Project management

Troubleshooting

Regulatory compliance

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for operations, maintenance, engineering aspects of HVAC & mechanical systems and infrastructure supporting the cleanroom.
• Responsible for operations, maintenance, engineering aspects of cleanroom systems such as FFU, Particle Counter etc
• Manage daily operations to ensure systems are operating in optimal condition.
• Respond to and perform troubleshooting for all system failures or deficiencies. Respond to Issues, Complaints and Queries in a timely fashion, keeping relevant stakeholders abreast.
• Plan and manage maintenance activities in accordance to OEM or regulatory requirements.
• Manage vendors/contractors on outsourced services to meet the fulfillment of contract terms and agreement.
• Involvement in facilities related projects such as Facilities Upgrading, Improvement Projects and Tool Hook-Up. Close liaison with consultants, EPCM, authorities, contractors, stakeholders and etc to ensure seamless and timely completion of projects
• Prepare RFQ / tender documents for all purchase requests.
• Compliance to EHS and regulatory requirements for all activities carried out.
• Active contribution in energy conservation program and initiatives.

Qualifications

• An engineering Master/Bachelor qualification
• Min. 3 years of relevant work experience preferably in a wafer-fab or similar industry.
• Good experience in electrical and ELV and building automation systems.
• Project management skills; Familiar with government procurement policies and procedures is a major plus
• Good working knowledge on other facilities for e.g. process exhaust systems, compressed dry air systems typical in a wafer-fab is a plus.
• Familiar with the local codes from BCA, URA, SCDF/FSB, NEA and other statutory requirements
• Analytical skills to trouble-shoot basic facilities systems.
• Able to work independently

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.