Senior Fire Protection Design Engineer

TSMC - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited; Arizona; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor manufacturer in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Design Engineer to ensure compliance with life safety systems in their new fab. In this role, you will define design parameters, support engineering analysis, and ensure adherence to required codes. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in fire protection or a related field, with a minimum of five years in high-tech industries. Proficiency in relevant safety standards and Microsoft Office is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in pharmaceutical or semiconductor industries.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to walk for extended periods in a cleanroom suit.

Responsibilities

• Define design parameters for life safety systems.
• Support analysis and specifications for safety systems.
• Document technical decisions during meetings.
• Review designs for compliance with codes.

Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Working knowledge in IBC, IFC, NFPA standards

Proactive communication

Action and results oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in fire protection or related field

Job description

At TSMC Arizona, brilliance can ignite a world of innovation and launch a promising future. The world’s most brilliant innovators entrust us to transform their ideas into world‑changing products that impact millions of lives. As long as you have the same passion to pursue excellence, you will find your fit here.

TSMC Arizona is looking for a Senior Fire Protection Design Engineer to join our 4‑nanometer fab, located in sunny Phoenix, Arizona. As a Life Safety Systems Engineer, you will demonstrate a strong sense of reliability and enthusiasm and will possess an attitude that embodies our core values – Integrity, Commitment, Innovation and Customer Trust.

TSMC Arizona’s New FAB Design Department is responsible for designing code‑compliant life safety systems, including, but not limited to, fire alarm, fire suppression, emergency responder radio coverage, firefighter air replenishment, and gas detection.

Job Description

Your main responsibilities include:

• Define design parameters forlife safety systems based on TSMC Operations and Manufacturing requirements for end‑state use, code requirements, and industry best practices.
• Support engineering design, analysis, calculations and specifications for facility infrastructure fire and life safety systems.
• Respond to requests for information during the bidding, design, and construction process.
• Document technical decisions and key data during fast‑paced meetings and construction sequencing.
• Review conceptual designs and construction documents to ensure compliance with code requirements and TSMC standards.
• Perform periodic inspections of construction progress to ensure compliance with permitted designs.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States and have:

• Bachelor’s degree in fire protection, electrical, or mechanical engineering or related engineering field.
• A minimum of fiveyears of technical experience in the pharmaceutical, semiconductor, or similar high‑tech industry.
• Working knowledge in IBC, IFC, NFPA 13, and NFPA 72. Familiarity with City of Phoenix amendments is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and demonstrated familiarity with work management systems.
• Action and results oriented with a demonstrated ability to thrive in a past‑faced environment.
• Proactive communication with diplomacy and tact.
• Ability to walk for extended periods of time in a cleanroom suit.

Work Location: Phoenix, AZ

Shift: DAY

Training Location: Phoenix, AZ

Travel: 0-10%