Facilities Engineer - USDC

Kokusai Semiconductor Equipment Corporation; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 92,500 - 176,800; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor equipment company is seeking a motivated Facilities Engineer for its new demo center in Hillsboro, OR. In this key role, you will ensure the facility operates safely and efficiently, developing preventative maintenance plans, troubleshooting equipment issues, and coordinating with vendors. Candidates must have a minimum of 7 years' experience in semiconductor facility systems and relevant educational background. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $92.5K to $176.8K, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in operating and maintaining semiconductor facility systems.
• In-depth knowledge of facility systems including UPW, AWN, CDA, PCW, Boilers, and Air Chillers.
• Knowledge of emergency response protocols and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the facility operates safely and efficiently.
• Execute corrective maintenance activities and perform scheduled maintenance.
• Develop standard operating procedures for facility systems.

Skills

Safety First approach

Troubleshooting facility systems

Excellent communication skills

People management skills

Education

A.S. or B.S in related Electro/Mechanical or Electronic field

Job description

Kokusai Semiconductor Equipment Corporation (KSEC) 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 technology position serving the semiconductor equipment market with a career growth‑oriented company.

We are seeking a highly qualified and motivated individual to fill the Facilities Engineer role at our new demo center (USDC) located in Hillsboro, OR. This is a unique opportunity to be involved in a green field semiconductor project from construction through startup and daily operation of the facility.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ensure the facility is always operated in a safe and efficient manner.
• Responsible for the execution of corrective maintenance activities.
• Develop Preventative Maintenance plans and perform scheduled maintenance.
• Ability to quickly identify, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment issues.
• Develop standard operating procedures for facility systems.
• Develop energy isolation procedures for facility systems.
• Conduct and document FMEAs on critical systems.
• Identify and recommend efficiency improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with 3rd party specialists for repairs, maintenance, and upgrades of equipment.
• Excellent communication skills and serve as a liaison between various 3rd party vendors and Kokusai stakeholders.

Education

• A.S. or B.S in related Electro/Mechanical or Electronic field or equivalent training.

Experience

• Demonstrated “Safety First” approach to all aspects of working in a potentially hazardous environment.
• Minimum 7 years’ direct experience in operating and maintaining semiconductor facility systems.
• In depth knowledge of various facilities systems including UPW, AWN, CDA, PCW, Boilers, Air Chillers, distribution, and fire safety systems.
• Understanding of facility regulations and the ability to apply them in practice.
• Direct experience operating SCADA control systems and ability to identify and recommend optimization strategies to the system vendor.
• Knowledge and certifications for storage and safe handling of chemicals and specialty gases, including cylinder changes.
• Practical experience in troubleshooting with demonstrated ability to quickly identify and resolve issues with multiple facilities systems.
• Knowledge of emergency response protocols.
• Demonstrated people management skills.

Additional Information

• Travel: Yes, as needed, ~10% of the time
• Relocation Eligible: Yes

The salary 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 $92.5K-$176.8K). 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.

Please reference REQ #1051