Senior IWT Process Engineer

Samsung Semiconductor; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 106,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Onsite café

Paid PTO

Holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an Industrial Wastewater Treatment Process Engineer to oversee safety and reliability of IWT systems, driving improvements and troubleshooting complex plant issues.

The role involves monitoring performance, preparing reports, and coordinating with O&M teams to deliver commissioning, startup, and ongoing optimization across WTR processes in a high‑stakes manufacturing environment in Texas.

Qualifications

• BS in an engineering field required.
• Knowledge of wastewater processes such as BNR, ultrafiltration, dewatering, clarification, ion exchange, RO.
• Safety, environmental and quality mindset required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, drive and execute process improvements with O&M and customers.
• Own transfer and/or treatment system scope and projects including commissioning.
• Review startup plans and demonstrate expertise in mechanical, electrical, and controls.
• Monitor trends, inspect equipment and coordinate with O&M teams on work orders and projects.
• Troubleshoot IWT system issues during operations and commissioning.
• Coach and mentor junior engineers and share knowledge.

Skills

Water/wastewater operations

Safety mindset

Continuous learning

Problem solving

Stakeholder engagement

Risk analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in 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.

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

The WTR Process Engineering team is dedicated to fully managing, maintaining, supporting, and enhancing operations at SAS. The Industrial Wastewater Treatment (IWT) Process Engineer will be accountable for ensuring the safety of the work environment for the team and all stakeholders. This role includes monitoring system performance, conducting trend analyses, and preparing reports related to sustaining operations, maintenance, and process/equipment improvements. Additionally, the engineer will prepare work packages for upgrades and maintenance of the IWT systems and assist with comprehensive troubleshooting of IWT plant issues, encompassing both mechanical and process breakdowns. Furthermore, the engineer will evaluate process requirements and specifications for all WTR systems.

Role And Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Collaborate and support our operators, technicians, and the business by working closely with the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) team and our customers to develop, drive, and execute process improvements.


• Execute complete ownership and accountability of assigned transfer and/or treatment system scope and projects, including the commissioning and start-up phases.


• Review, refine, and execute system commissioning and startup plans, demonstrating expertise in mechanical, electrical, and controls systems.


• Monitor daily trends, perform equipment inspections, and coordinate with Operations and Maintenance teams on work orders, process improvement projects, and commissioning and start-up activities.


• Proactively troubleshoot critical IWT system issues, especially those related to site drain quality, during both routine operations and commissioning phases.


• Support instrumentation, maintenance, and operations groups in day-to-day tasks and commissioning activities. Interface effectively and confidently with internal customers, including during commissioning and startup meetings, to manage expectations and gather feedback. Coach and mentor less experienced engineers to share your knowledge, experience, and skills, including commissioning best practices.

Skills And Qualifications

Here’s what you'll need:

• Bachelor of Science degree in related Engineering field.


• Working knowledge of water/wastewater operations such as biological nutrient removal, ultrafiltration, dewatering, clarification, ion exchange, reverse osmosis, thermal evaporation.


• Safety, environmental, and quality mindset.


• Continuous learning exhibited by curiosity.


• Pragmatic problem solving/analysis.


• Collaborative stakeholder engagement.


• Risk analysis and management.

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.

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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