Capex-Driven Infra Electrical Project Engineer

Samsung Electronics; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 76,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Onsite facilities

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an Electrical Engineer to develop and execute CAPEX roadmaps for critical electrical infrastructure at its Austin fab. You will lead end-of-life retrofits and capacity expansion projects to sustain 24x7 operations and ensure scalable, safe power distribution.

The role covers full lifecycle management from planning to turnover, with responsibilities spanning MV/LV equipment, specifications, feasibility studies, and vendor coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years of electrical design or project experience in an industrial setting.
• Knowledge of MV/LV (15kV–208V) equipment, including fault/coordination studies, protections schemes, and protective relays.
• Experience with the design, sizing, and operation of MCCs, ATS, STS, Transformers, UPS.
• Knowledge of Electric Motors and VFD/AFD.
• Knowledge of MODBUS or other relevant industrial standards.
• Proficiency with IBC, NFPA and other regulatory codes applicable to industrial power distribution design and construction.
• Proficiency in electrical modeling software (ETAP, SKM).
• Proven experience managing projects from design and specification through construction administration.
• Ability to interpret complex design plans and shop drawings and conduct field reviews.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, code compliance, and safety validation for power distribution systems.
• Oversee the full project lifecycle—from planning and conceptual design to execution and delivery.
• Develop, review, and approve site-wide electrical specifications for MV/LV distribution equipment.
• Author feasibility reports and conceptual designs for CIP and R&M projects.
• Provide expert engineering support during pre-construction, construction, and turnover to Operations.
• Manage day-to-day activities of external consultants, general contractors, and subcontractors.
• Develop comprehensive and accurate sequences of operations for newly designed systems.
• Apply industry standards to ensure facility uptime and perform arc-flash analyses.
• Proactively monitor and ensure uptime and performance of site power systems.
• Perform QA/QC reviews on engineering deliverables and vendor proposals.
• Lead participation in ISO 50001 audits and drive sustainability and energy-efficiency goals.
• Collaborate with project managers, field technicians, and stakeholders to solve infrastructure challenges.

Skills

Electrical design

Project management

MV/LV distribution

PMP certification

Industrial power systems

Power distribution standards

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution

Registered Professional Engineer (PE) preferred

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering program

Tools

ETAP

SKM

Power system modeling software

Job description

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an Electrical Engineer to develop and execute CAPEX roadmaps for critical electrical infrastructure at its Austin fab. You will lead end-of-life retrofits and capacity expansion projects to sustain 24x7 operations and ensure scalable, safe power distribution.

The role covers full lifecycle management from planning to turnover, with responsibilities spanning MV/LV equipment, specifications, feasibility studies, and vendor coordination.