Senior Lab Operations Engineer – Cleanroom & Facilities

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

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.