Senior Engineer, HVAC

Samsung Electronics America; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 106,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and 401(k) matching

Onsite café and fitness facilities

Paid maternity and paternity leave

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor seeks an HVAC Senior Engineer to oversee mission‑critical central utilities in state‑of‑the‑art wafer fabs. The role demands sustaining 24/7 operations, solving complex reliability challenges, and driving process improvements in a high‑stakes environment.

The qualified candidate will have a mechanical engineering degree and 5+ years in facilities/HVAC design, with PE or EIT and ASHRAE familiarity preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in facilities engineering, mechanical systems, or HVAC/MEP design and construction.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Knowledge of ASHRAE standards is a plus (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide expert engineering support for operation and maintenance of critical facilities equipment.
• Analyze performance using data to ensure systems meet rigorous specs.
• Use FMEA, RCA, and 8D problem solving to maximize reliability.
• Lead troubleshooting, including off-hours response, to minimize downtime.
• Forecast capacity and plan redundancy and scalability for utility systems.
• Manage and forecast OPEX; drive cost-reduction in maintenance.
• Refine SOPs and integrate global best practices into site specs.
• Assist lifecycle activities: design, startup, commissioning.
• Apply 6S to promote safety and productivity.

Skills

5+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow. Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

This HVAC Senior Engineer role oversees the mission‑critical central utilities of state‑of‑the‑art wafer fabrication facilities—systems where absolute reliability is non‑negotiable. Ensuring seamless 24/7/365 operational continuity requires a driven engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges within a high‑stakes, cutting‑edge environment.

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

Operational Excellence & Reliability

• Provide expert engineering support for the operation and maintenance of critical facilities equipment.
• Leverage process and equipment data to analyze performance and ensure all systems operate within rigorous specifications.
• Utilize advanced methodologies including FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, and 8D problem solving to maximize equipment reliability.
• Lead critical troubleshooting efforts, including off‑hours response, to resolve technical system issues and minimize downtime.
• Forecast utility system capacity based on factory demand projections and evolving weather conditions, developing strategic plans to ensure redundancy and future scalability.
• Manage and forecast operational expenditures, spearheading cost‑reduction projects to optimize maintenance expenses.
• Continuously refine operations and maintenance programs, integrating global best practices into site specifications and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Actively scout and implement innovative concepts and emerging technologies to modernize utility systems.
• Play a key role in the lifecycle of the fab, assisting with system design, construction, startup, and commissioning.
• Champion a culture of safety and productivity by applying 6S methodology across the workplace.
• Collaborate closely with internal customer organizations to ensure seamless, uninterrupted operations.

Skills and Qualifications

Here’s What You’ll Need:

Basic Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in facilities engineering, mechanical systems, or HVAC/MEP design and construction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification: PE license or EIT certification.
• Industry Standards: Familiarity with ASHRAE standards.
• Technical Depth: Basic to Intermediate knowledge of mechanical principles, including pumps, pneumatics, fans, flow meters, air handling systems, industrial chilled water, heating, process piping, rotating equipment, vibration analysis, heat transfer, and thermodynamics.

The current base salary range for this role is between $106,000 - $145,000.

Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience.

Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

This position may include access to controlled information or technology under U.S. export control laws.

Employment may be contingent on either the applicant verifying that the applicant falls under the “U.S. Person” definition (including U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or the employer timely obtaining any necessary export license under federal law. The employer evaluates export licensing on a case‑by‑case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion, as export license applications can take many weeks to process.

Total Rewards

At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE

Eligible full‑time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full‑time on‑site.

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