Staff Engineer, Facilities Electrical (ATA)

Amkor Technology, Inc.; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Amkor Technology, Inc. in Peoria, AZ, is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to design, install, commission, and operate electrical systems for its OSAT factory.

This role covers medium and low-voltage power distribution, emergency power, lighting, and facility infrastructure to support manufacturing and cleanroom operations. The position requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 3+ years in electrical systems engineering, with expertise in power distribution, switchgear,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 3+ years of experience in electrical systems engineering (design and operations).
• Strong understanding of power distribution systems, switchgear, transformers, UPS, and emergency power systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with electrical design consultants to ensure system requirements and specifications are met.
• Review electrical drawings, submittals, and monitor construction progress.
• Support commissioning activities, including equipment preparation, functional testing, and system validation.
• Identify and resolve abnormalities during construction and start-up phases.
• Manage documentation, manuals, and handover processes for electrical systems.
• Provide operational and maintenance support for electrical distribution systems, Arc Flash Studies, switchgear, transformers, UPS, and emergency generators.
• Monitor system performance and implement preventive maintenance programs.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and corporate guidelines.
• Perform system capacity planning, troubleshooting, and sustaining activities to meet dynamic production demands.
• Partner with operations and maintenance teams to optimize electrical system performance and energy efficiency.
• Conduct system evaluations and implement improvements through capital and expense projects.
• Maintain accurate documentation for operational and maintenance procedures.
• Apply reliability engineering principles, including FMEA and root cause analysis, to improve system performance.

Skills

Reading electrical drawings

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Bluebeam

Arc Flash Study software

Job description

Amkor Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMKR) is the world’s largest U.S. headquartered OSAT and is a global leader in outsourced semiconductor packaging and test services. With a strong track record of innovation, a broad and diverse geographic footprint and solid partnerships with lead customers, Amkor delivers high-quality solutions that enable the world’s leading semiconductor and electronics companies to bring advanced technologies to market. The company’s comprehensive portfolio includes advanced packaging, wafer-level processing, and system-in-package solutions targeting applications for smartphones, data centers, artificial intelligence, automobiles and wearables. For more information visit amkor.com.

Position Summary

Amkor Technology Arizona is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer, responsible for the design, installation, commissioning, and operation of electrical systems for Amkor’s OSAT factory. This includes medium and low-voltage power distribution, emergency power systems, lighting, facility infrastructure and tools hookup. This role ensures reliable, safe, and efficient electrical power delivery to support manufacturing and cleanroom operations.

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 electrical design consultants to ensure system requirements and specifications are met.
• Review electrical drawings, submittals, and monitor construction progress.
• Support commissioning activities, including equipment preparation, functional testing, and system validation.
• Identify and resolve abnormalities during construction and start-up phases.
• Manage documentation, manuals, and handover processes for electrical systems.
• Provide operational and maintenance support for electrical distribution systems, Arc Flash Studies, switchgear, transformers, UPS, and emergency generators.
• Monitor system performance and implement preventive maintenance programs.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and corporate guidelines.
• Perform system capacity planning, troubleshooting, and sustaining activities to meet dynamic production demands.
• Partner with operations and maintenance teams to optimize electrical system performance and energy efficiency.
• Conduct system evaluations and implement improvements through capital and expense projects.
• Maintain accurate documentation for operational and maintenance procedures.
• Apply reliability engineering principles, including FMEA and root cause analysis, to improve system performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in electrical systems engineering (design and operations), preferably in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of power distribution systems, switchgear, transformers, UPS, and emergency power systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code) and other relevant standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office, Bluebeam, arc flashy study software.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience in semiconductor facility design, construction, commissioning, and start-up.
• Professional Engineering License (PE) is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in various weather conditions and awkward positions.
• Regularly lift up to 50 lbs. and adjust heavy objects.
• Exposure to sharp, hot, and cold equipment.
• Must be medically qualified to wear a respirator.
• Ability to climb ladders, work at elevation, and in confined spaces with PPE.

Location

This position will be based at the Peoria, AZ site, working from temporary offices during the construction phase and transitioning to the facility upon the start of factory operations.

Amkor is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.