
Facilities Control Engineer
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Position Summary
We are looking for a highly motivated, accountable individual to fill the role of Facilities Controls Engineer supporting the Facilities Operations Group. As a Facilities Engineer, you’ll be directly responsible for maintaining utility systems in support of a semiconductor wafer fab. Facilities systems are designed to run 24 hours a day, 365 days a year without interruption.
Role and Responsibilities
Provides engineering support for the operation and maintenance of facilities controls systems by troubleshooting and modifying program codes/
• Define, prepare, and execute the commissioning and startup processes of the controls systems to ensure they are operational and reliable.
• Lead contractors through the development of the scope of work by reviewing control design packages, P&ID drawings, program design, simulation, testing and the startup of new equipment.
• Identify, develop and design controls panels, improvements and upgrades to control systems for enhanced system functionality and reliability.
• Collaborate with operators, technicians, and process engineers to develop, implement, and execute process improvements.
Skills and Qualifications
Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Controls Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in the design, construction or commissioning of industrial control systems.​
• Risk analysis and data-based decision management.
• Software knowledge or experience with Rockwell RS Logix/Studio 5000, Aveva System Platform, Siemens SIMATIC Manager Step 7, Siemens WinCC Open Architecture and Ignition HMI is a plus.
• Familiarity and experience with Rockwell ControlLogix/CompactLogix/MicroLogix and Siemens S7-300/S7-400 CPU Hardware CPU Hardware.
• Knowledge or industrial networks and communication protocols (Ethernet, Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, fiber optics, Devicenet, RS 485). Intermediate knowledge of IT networking, virtualization, server management, Process Instrumentations, Industrial control panels, Motor Control Panels, and VFDs.
NOTE: This position is full-time onsite.
The current base salary range for this role is between $85,936 and $146,324. Â Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Â 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.
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At Samsung SAS, 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 SAS are full-time on-site.
U.S. Export Control Compliance
This role requires 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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