Facilities Engineer (2027 New College Graduate)

Socket.dev; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries in the United States seeks an entry-level Facilities Engineer to support operation, maintenance, reliability, and improvement of facility systems enabling semiconductor manufacturing.

You will collaborate with operations, maintenance, manufacturing, and project teams to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective facility performance and gain exposure to water systems, HVAC, and capital projects.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering from an accredited program (e.g., chemical, mechanical, electrical, environmental, civil, industrial).
• 0–2 years engineering experience including internships, co-ops, or manufacturing experience.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn complex technical systems and processes.
• Self‑motivated with a desire to develop technical expertise.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; team-oriented.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to support continuous manufacturing operations during occasional off-hours as required.

Responsibilities

• Support safe operation and reliability of facility utility systems.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment and system performance issues.
• Monitor system performance, parameters, capacity, and reliability.
• Analyze data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Assist in engineering studies, experiments, and system optimization projects.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance to improve equipment performance.
• Support equipment upgrades, capital projects, and commissioning activities.
• Maintain engineering documentation, procedures, equipment specifications, and drawings.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Learning new systems

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors, enabling AI at scale from the cloud to the physical world. Through deep partnerships with customers, GF delivers differentiated, power‑efficient and high‑performance solutions for high‑growth markets. With global manufacturing operations across the U.S., Europe and Asia, GF is a trusted and holistic technology partner for customers around the world. GF’s talented, global team remains focused every day on security, longevity and sustainability. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role

GlobalFoundries is seeking a motivated and technically curious entry‑level Facilities Engineer to support the operation, maintenance, reliability, and improvement of critical facility systems that enable semiconductor manufacturing. This position is designed for recent engineering graduates interested in developing technical expertise in industrial utility systems and manufacturing operations.

The Facilities Engineer will work closely with operations, maintenance, manufacturing, and project teams to support safe, reliable, and cost‑effective operation of facilities systems which may include ultrapure water systems, chemical distribution systems, building mechanical systems, HVAC, central utility plant equipment, wastewater treatment systems, and other manufacturing utilities.

This role provides hands‑on exposure to troubleshooting, process monitoring, capital projects, system optimization, engineering analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives while developing technical and professional skills within a world‑class semiconductor manufacturing environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Support the safe operation and reliability of facility utility systems and infrastructure.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment and system performance issues using engineering fundamentals and data analysis.
• Monitor system performance, operating parameters, capacity utilization, and equipment reliability.
• Analyze process and equipment data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and potential reliability concerns.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action development.
• Support continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, reliability, sustainability, and cost reduction.
• Assist in the development and execution of engineering studies, experiments, and system optimization projects.
• Partner with operations and maintenance teams to improve equipment performance and standardize work practices.
• Support equipment upgrades, capital projects, equipment installations, and commissioning activities.
• Assist with creating, updating, and maintaining engineering documentation, procedures, equipment specifications, and design drawings.
• Learn and apply reliability, process engineering, and project management principles within a manufacturing environment.
• Support development of preventive maintenance and operational strategies to improve system performance.
• Participate in system capacity planning and long‑range infrastructure planning activities.
• Utilize engineering software, data systems, and visualization tools to evaluate system performance.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including manufacturing, facilities operations, Environmental, Health and Safety, vendors, and contractors.
• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in engineering reviews, project meetings, and training activities.
• Complete technical and professional development assignments.
• Other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• Education - Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited engineering program, including Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a similar engineering discipline.
• Experience - 0 to 2 years of engineering experience, including internships, co‑op programs, research projects, or manufacturing experience.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn complex technical systems and processes.
• Self‑motivated with a desire to develop technical expertise.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to support continuous manufacturing operations during occasional off‑hours as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co‑op, laboratory, research, or manufacturing experience.
• Exposure to industrial utility systems, process equipment, HVAC, water treatment, chemical processes, or manufacturing operations.
• Experience using data analysis tools such as Excel, Power BI, PI, or similar software.
• Familiarity with process flow diagrams (PFDs), P&IDs, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
• Basic knowledge of project management practices.
• Interest in semiconductor manufacturing and facilities engineering.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including respirators when necessary.
• Ability to access facility equipment areas, mechanical spaces, and utility system installations.

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Expected Salary Range

$58,400.00 - $100,800.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre‑employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third‑party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law