Water Process Engineer - UPW Systems & Project Leader

Samsung Electronics; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 76,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Onsite Fitness Center

Paid Leave

PTO & Holidays

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a Water Treatment and Reclamation Engineer to own UPW processes and lead cross‑functional teams for safe, reliable operations in Austin. You will manage multi-project portfolios, drive commissioning efforts, and implement improvements across the water systems.

In this role, you collaborate with operations to optimize performance, troubleshoot critical UPW issues, and mentor junior engineers while contributing to sustainability and plant resilience.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical/Mechanical/Environmental/Process or Industrial Engineering.
• 6+ years of engineering experience in an environment, preferably design or operations.
• Working knowledge of general water treatment technologies.
• Advanced knowledge of ultrapure water treatment systems.

Responsibilities

• Complete project management of multiple UPW projects from initiation to completion.
• Lead commissioning activities and advise contractors and the internal team on issues.
• Monitor daily trends, inspect equipment, and coordinate with OPS on work orders and improvements.
• Support plant operations by developing and implementing process improvements.
• Own the entire system scope and projects with accountability.
• Troubleshoot UPW system issues and baseline shifts.
• Research and develop innovative technologies to improve UPW quality and reliability.
• Coach and mentor junior engineers to grow their knowledge and skills.
• Lead cross-functional task forces to improve practices and processes.
• Review SOPs, PLC changes, and operations sequences to drive improvements.

Skills

Engineering experience

Water treatment knowledge

UPW systems knowledge

Education

B.S. in Chemical/Mechanical/Environmental/Process or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a Water Treatment and Reclamation Engineer to own UPW processes and lead cross‑functional teams for safe, reliable operations in Austin. You will manage multi-project portfolios, drive commissioning efforts, and implement improvements across the water systems.

In this role, you collaborate with operations to optimize performance, troubleshoot critical UPW issues, and mentor junior engineers while contributing to sustainability and plant resilience.