Facilities Engineer

Kokusai Semiconductor Equipment Corporation; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokusai Semiconductor Equipment Corporation (KSEC) is seeking a Facilities Engineer I for its US Demo Center in Hillsboro, OR. This role focuses on safe, reliable operation of facility infrastructure, maintenance planning, and documentation in a semiconductor environment.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in facilities or manufacturing roles, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to collaborate with contractors and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, or Facilities Engineering or related field.
• 2 to 4 years in facilities/manufacturing/semiconductor environments.
• Experience supporting facility utility systems and infrastructure.
• Experience coordinating maintenance with contractors or service providers is preferred.
• Exposure to reliability improvement or energy management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the operation, monitoring, and optimization of facility utility systems and building infrastructure.
• Execute and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs for facility equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and utility system issues and coordinate corrective actions.
• Develop, maintain, and update SOPs, maintenance procedures and technical documentation.
• Perform routine inspections and assessments of facility systems and identify reliability improvements.
• Analyze equipment performance, maintenance trends, and utility consumption data.
• Support capital improvement projects, facility modifications, and equipment installations.
• Coordinate activities with contractors, service providers, and vendors.
• Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Assist with energy management and sustainability initiatives.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, drawings, and system documentation.
• Support emergency response efforts and business continuity planning activities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, environmental regulations, and safety requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and service teams to support business objectives.

Skills

Safety

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Mechanical skills

Electrical knowledge

Reading drawings

SCADA

MS Office

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SCADA software

BMS

P&ID drawings

Job description

Kokusai is a world leader and rapidly growing company in the design, manufacture, installation, and maintenance of vertical diffusion furnaces used in semiconductor fabrication facilities around the world. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to fill a key position serving the semiconductor equipment market with a career growth-oriented company.

Kokusai Semiconductor Equipment Corporation (KSEC) is seeking a motivated and technically skilled engineering professional to join our new U.S. Demo Center (USDC) in Hillsboro, Oregon, as a Facilities Engineer I.

Facilities Engineer I is responsible for supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of facility infrastructure and utility systems. This role will contribute to facility operations, maintenance planning, troubleshooting, reliability improvements, contractor coordination & continuous improvement initiatives. Working closely with senior engineers, maintenance technicians, vendors & cross-functional teams, the Facilities Engineer I will help ensure facility systems meet operational, safety and compliance requirements.

This position is ideally suited for an engineer with 2 to 4 years of experience in facilities,

manufacturing, semiconductor, industrial, or technical operations environments who is seeking to expand technical expertise and take greater ownership of facility system performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the operation, monitoring, and optimization of facility utility systems and building infrastructure.
• Execute and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs for facility equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and utility system issues and coordinate corrective actions.
• Develop, maintain, and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintenance procedures and technical documentation.
• Perform routine inspections and assessments of facility systems and identify reliability improvements.
• Analyze equipment performance, maintenance trends, and utility consumption data.
• Support capital improvement projects, facility modifications, and equipment installations.
• Coordinate activities with contractors, service providers, and vendors.
• Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Assist with energy management and sustainability initiatives.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, drawings, and system documentation.
• Support emergency response efforts and business continuity planning activities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, environmental regulations, and safety requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and service teams to support business objectives.

Typical Systems Supported:

• HVAC systems
• Chilled water systems
• Compressed air systems
• Electrical distribution systems
• Fire protection and life safety systems
• Building management systems (BMS)
• Process cooling water systems
• Water treatment and purification systems
• Specialty gas and chemical support systems
• Utility monitoring and SCADA systems

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Facilities Engineering, or a related technical discipline

Experience:

• 2 to 4 years of experience in facilities engineering, manufacturing engineering, maintenance engineering, semiconductor operations, industrial operations, or a related technical environment.
• Experience supporting facility utility systems and infrastructure in an industrial, semiconductor, manufacturing, laboratory, or mission-critical environment.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and/or electrical systems.
• Experience coordinating maintenance activities, contractors, or service providers is preferred.
• Exposure to reliability improvement, energy management, or continuous improvement projects is a plus.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong commitment to workplace safety and operational excellence.
• Working knowledge of facility utility systems, including HVAC, electrical, compressed air, and water systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, schematics, and technical documents.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using SCADA, maintenance management, or facility monitoring systems is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Team-oriented mindset with excellent customer service and collaboration skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while seeking guidance when needed.

Additional Information

• Travel: None
• Work Model: Hillsboro, OR area

The pay offered to a selected candidate will be based on several factors including location and level and will vary depending on confirmed job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. (Range $85K - $115K). In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation.

Kokusai is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.