Water System Project Engineer (New FAB Construction)

TSMC - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited; Arizona; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time-Off and Holidays

Job summary

TSMC Arizona is seeking a Water System Project Engineer for New FAB Construction to lead the field execution of UPW, wastewater, and reclamation systems at our Phoenix facility. The role balances hands-on site coordination with engineering design review and project management in an office setting.

You will drive construction schedules, ensure quality to ultra-high-purity standards, and coordinate with local partners, contractors, equipment suppliers, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Environmental, Water Resources, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in industrial water/wastewater systems (UPW, DI, RO, or wastewater treatment).
• Hands-on construction supervision, project management, or facility design/operation.
• Proactive, self-driven with ability to solve bottlenecks independently; strong communication.
• Able to work extended hours, outdoor/in harsh conditions, and at elevation/confined spaces.
• Structured technical training exposure at headquarters in Taiwan.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, supervise, and drive field construction, piping installation, and commissioning of new fab water systems.
• Own construction schedules, inspection checklists, and quality control per ultra-high-purity standards.
• Serve as central engineering link between partners, contractors, equipment suppliers, and internal teams.
• Participate in system start-up, pressure/leak testing, and functional testing of pumps and water treatment equipment.
• Support development and alignment of local subcontractors to meet safety and engineering requirements.

Skills

Construction supervision

Project management

Facility design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical/Environmental/Water Resources/Mechanical Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

A job at TSMC Arizona offers an opportunity to work at the most advanced semiconductor fab in the United States. TSMC Arizona’s first fab will operate its leading-edge semiconductor process technology (N4 process), starting production in the first half of 2025. The second fab will utilize its leading-edge N3 and N2 process technology and be operational in 2028. The recently announced third fab will manufacture chips using 2nm or even more advanced process technology, with production starting by the end of the decade. America’s leading technology companies are ready to rely on TSMC Arizona for the next generations of chips that will power the digital future.

As a Water System Project Engineer (New FAB Construction), 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.

• The Water System Project Engineer is responsible for managing and leading the construction, engineering coordination, and commissioning of one of the largest and most complex Industrial Water Reclamation systems in North America. Our systems are designed to run 24 hours a day, 365 days a year without interruption, creating a state-of-the-art manufacturing environment.

Water System Project Engineers work in a dynamic field-engineering role, balancing active hands-on site coordination (approx. 50/50) with engineering design review and project management in an office environment.

Responsibilities

• Construction & Project Execution: Coordinate, supervise, and drive the field construction, piping installation, and commissioning of new fab water systems (UPW [Ultra Pure Water], wastewater, and reclamation).
• Schedule & Quality Control: Take active ownership of construction schedules, field inspection checklists, and quality control protocols to ensure systems are built to TSMC’s ultra-high-purity (UHP) standards.
• Cross-Organizational Coordination: Act as the central engineering link between local trade partners, general contractors, equipment suppliers, and TSMC's internal design and operations teams to resolve spatial, mechanical, and process interferences.
• Commissioning Support: Actively participate in the system start-up, pressure/leak testing, and functional testing of pumps, filtration systems, and water treatment equipment.
• Contractor Management: Support the development, training, and alignment of local specialty subcontractors to ensure their field execution complies with rigorous safety and engineering requirements.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Environmental, Water Resources, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in industrial water/wastewater systems (UPW, DI [De-ionized], RO [Reverse Osmosis], or specialized wastewater treatment).
• Technical Skills:
  • Hands-on experience in construction supervision, engineering project management, or facility design/operation with a consulting, contracting, or manufacturing firm.
• Interpersonal Skills:
  • A proactive, self-driven mindset with a strong track record of identifying and solving operational bottlenecks independently.
  • Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable logic for both operators and executives.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to quickly master unfamiliar hardware/software systems and technical documentation.
• Physical Requirements:
  • May spend extended hours working inside and outside in all weather conditions, and in awkward body positions which can cause physical discomfort and strain.
  • The position will come in contact with sharp, hot, and cold equipment, and parts.
  • Sensory demands include exposure to the smells associated with industrial chemical/water operations, exposure to the sounds associated with powered tools and industrial equipment.
  • Must have the ability to safely climb ladders, and work at elevation from ladders, scaffolding, lifts, roofs, or platforms, and the ability to work in confined spaces.
• Training:
  • Opportunity for global exposure, including structured technical training at TSMC’s headquarters in Taiwan to master the world's most advanced semiconductor manufacturing utilities technology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Chemical, Environmental, Water Resources, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
• Experience within the semiconductor, pharmaceutical, power generation, or high-tech manufacturing sectors—or with top-tier industrial water consulting firms.

Shift

• Standard work hours: Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm or 9am to 6pm

Application Consideration Consent

By applying to this position, I acknowledge and agree that my application and qualifications may be considered for other roles within the company. However, I reserve the right to withdraw my consent for future consideration of other roles within the company at any time.

Candidates must be willing and able to work on-site at our Phoenix Arizona facility.

As a valued member of the TSMC family, we place a significant focus on your health and well-being. When you are at your best—physically, mentally, and financially—our company thrives. TSMC offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits program that includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans: Choose the options that best fit your and your family’s needs.
• Income-Protection Programs: Financial assistance during injury or illness.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Secure your financial future with competitive employer contributions.
• Paid Time-Off Programs and Holidays: Recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.

Work Location: 5088 W. Innovation Circle, Phoenix, AZ 85083

TSMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of TSMC Arizona’s pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate’s identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position's location, educational background and a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations.