Senior Facilities Controls Engineer, T1 WTR

Samsung Semiconductor; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Onsite cafe and fitness facilities

Paid time off and holidays

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a Facilities Controls Engineer to support the Facilities Operations Group. You will troubleshoot and modify control programs, lead contractor scope development, and design control system improvements for reliability and efficiency.

Role requires experience with Rockwell/Siemens platforms, IT networking, and virtualization. Strong collaboration with operations and process engineers is essential to drive continuous improvements on on‑site facilities.

Qualifications

• BS in an engineering field and 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with facilities controls systems and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with Rockwell/Siemens control systems and SCADA.
• Knowledge of IT networks, virtualization, and OT security is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for operation and maintenance of facilities controls systems.
• Lead contractors in scope development, design review, testing, and startup of new equipment.
• Design improvements to control panels and system functionality.
• Collaborate with operators, technicians, and process engineers on process improvements.
• Manage virtualized server infrastructure and OT networks; ensure OT‑IT segmentation and vulnerability assessments.
• Maintain topology diagrams, IP/VLAN plans, and documentation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Rockwell RSLogix/Studio 5000

Aveva System Platform

Siemens SIMATIC Manager Step 7

Siemens WinCC Open Architecture

Ignition HMI

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.

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

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is looking for a highly motivated, accountable individual to fill the role of Facilities Controls Engineer supporting the Facilities Operations Group.

Role And Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Provides engineering support for the operation and maintenance of facilities controls systems by troubleshooting and modifying program codes.
• Lead contractors through the development of the scope of work by reviewing control design packages, P&ID drawings, program design, simulation, testing, and the startup of new equipment.
• Identify, develop and design control panels, improvements and upgrades to control systems for enhanced system functionality and reliability.
• Collaborate with operators, technicians, and process engineers to develop, implement, and execute process improvements.
• Manage virtualized server infrastructure (ESXi/vSphere) for domain controllers, SCADA, historian, and PLC management, and design high‑availability OT networks using Cisco and Allen‑Bradley switches. Configure static and dynamic routing, optimize PLC/SCADA traffic, and perform deep packet analysis to identify latency issues. Manage firewalls to enforce OT‑IT segmentation and conduct vulnerability assessments.
• Handles fiber media inventory, integrates PLC protocols with IT, maintains comprehensive documentation (topology diagrams, IP/VLAN plans), ensures compliance, provides Tier 2/3 network support, and collaborates with various process, IT, and facilities teams.

Skills And Qualifications

Here’s what you'll need:

• Bachelor of Science degree in related Engineering field.
• A minimum of four years of experience in a relevant field is required.
• Software knowledge or experience with Rockwell RS Logix/Studio 5000, Aveva System Platform, Siemens SIMATIC Manager Step 7, Siemens WinCC Open Architecture and Ignition HMI is a plus.
• Familiarity and experience with Rockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix/MicroLogix, Siemens S7-400 CPU Hardware.
• Knowledge of industrial networks and communication protocols (Ethernet, Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, fiber optics, Devicenet, RS 485). Knowledge of IT networking, Firewall, virtualization, Server management, Process Instrumentations, Industrial control panels, Motor Control Panels, and VFDs.

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.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 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.

U.S. Export Control

This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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