Senior Engineer, Facilities Controls System

Insight Global; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Amkor is seeking a Controls System Engineer to design, install, commission, and run facility control systems for an OSAT factory. You will work with PLC, SCADA, and instrumentation to ensure reliable HVAC, UPW, WWT, gas and life safety operations across the project lifecycle.

The role requires 3+ years in facilities control systems, strong PLC/SCADA knowledge, P&ID reading, and problem-solving prowess. PE is a plus; on-site work in Tempe, AZ with safety compliance responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Instrumentation & Controls Engineering.
• 3+ years in facilities control systems engineering in high-tech manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, PID controllers and VFDs.
• Ability to read P&ID drawings and engineering specs; experience with HMIs.
• Familiarity with industry communication protocols and MS Office tools.
• PE license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, and commission facility control systems for OSAT factory.
• Support operation and maintenance of PLC and SCADA platforms.
• Review drawings, submittals, and monitor construction progress.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and trend evaluations for incidents.
• Develop calibration programs for transmitters and control valves.
• Ensure safety standards and company control system guidelines are met.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Troubleshooting

P&ID reading

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation & Controls Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

PLC programming

SCADA systems

PID controllers

VFDs

HMI interfaces

Industrial communication protocols

MS Office

Engineering tools

Job description

Job Description

Controls System Engineer, responsible for the design, installation, commissioning, and operation of facility control systems for Amkor’s OSAT factory. This includes PLC, and SCADA platforms supporting HVAC, ultrapure water, wastewater treatment, gas and chemical systems, and life safety systems. The role ensures reliable, efficient, and safe operation of automated control systems throughout the project lifecycle.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will evolve throughout the project lifecycle, ranging from design and commissioning to full-scale operations, requiring adaptability and a proactive approach to each phase.

Collaborate with instrumentation and controls design vendors to ensure system requirements are met. Review engineering drawings, submittals, and monitor construction progress. Support commissioning activities, including equipment preparation and operational testing. Identify and resolve abnormalities during construction and start-up phases. Manage documentation, manuals, and handover processes for control systems. Provide engineering support for operation and maintenance of PLC and SCADA systems. Respond to facility interruptions across HVAC, process systems, UPW, WWT, gas and chemical systems, and life safety systems. Conduct root cause analysis and trend evaluations for facilities-related incidents. Modify control logic and programming to enhance system performance and prevent recurrence. Develop and maintain an instrument calibration program for transmitters, control valves, and positioners. Perform system capacity planning, troubleshooting, and sustaining activities to meet production demands. Partner with operations and maintenance teams to optimize system performance and reliability. Apply reliability engineering principles, including FMEA and root cause analysis, to improve system performance. Ensure compliance with safety standards, codes, and corporate control system guidelines.

Skills and Requirements

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Controls Engineering, or related field. 3+ years of experience in facilities control systems engineering (design and operations), preferably in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing. Strong understanding of PLCs, SCADA systems, PID controllers, and variable frequency drives. Ability to read and interpret P&ID drawings and engineering specifications. Familiarity with HMI operator interfaces and industrial communication protocols. Proficiency in MS Office and engineering tools. Strong analytical, decision-making, and troubleshooting skills. Experience in semiconductor facility design, construction, commissioning, and start‑up. Professional Engineering License (PE) is a plus.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day.

We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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