Job Description: Senior Site Engineering Supervisor for Chemical Delivery Systems (CDS) (Semiconductor)
The Job Description (JD) is for a Chemical Supply System Site Supervision Engineer in a semiconductor fabrication (fab) environment typically focuses on overseeing the installation, commissioning, and ensuring the ongoing safety and reliability of the ultra-high purity chemical and slurry distribution systems essential for wafer processing.
Here is a breakdown of the typical responsibilities, qualifications, and skills for this role:
Core Responsibilities (Site Supervision & Project Execution)
This role requires a strong presence on the construction site and within the operational fab area.
- Construction Oversight:
- Supervise and direct on-site contractors and vendors during the installation, modification, and commissioning of Chemical Delivery Systems (CDS), Slurry Distribution Systems (SDS), and related piping, equipment (pumps, valves, tanks), and infrastructure.
- Ensure all work strictly adheres to approved design documents (P&IDs, PFDs, schematic layouts), engineering specifications, and construction schedules.
- Conduct regular site inspections to monitor contractor work quality, progress, and compliance with all safety protocols and cleanliness standards (especially in cleanroom environments).
- Quality Control
- Supervise and direct on-site contractors and vendors during the installation, modification, and commissioning of Chemical Delivery Systems (CDS), Slurry Distribution Systems (SDS), and related piping, equipment (pumps, valves, tanks), and infrastructure. To make sure to follow design and complete the construction work.
- Ensure all work strictly adheres to approved design documents (P&IDs, PFDs, schematic layouts), engineering specifications, and construction schedules.
- Inlet Material Inspection: Acting as an incoming or supplier quality engineer to evaluate, test, and verify the quality of raw materials and components received from vendors.
- Equipment Inspection: Overseeing inspection, testing, and process auditing of machinery to manage non-conformances and ensure manufacturing compliance.
- Commissioning & Support: Developing and reviewing formal quality inspection and test plans for new product deployment or equipment implementation. This includes monitoring production lines, analyzing material performance, and executing final product testing [3, 4].
- Conduct regular site inspections to monitor contractor work quality, progress, and compliance with all safety protocols and cleanliness standards (especially in cleanroom environments).
- Documentation & Coordination:
- Review and approve contractor submittals, requests for information (RFIs), and work plans.
- Prepare and manage Permit-to-Work (PTW) applications for work activities in the fab.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including Process Engineering, Facility Operations, Safety (EHS), and Project Management, to ensure seamless integration of chemical systems with manufacturing tools.
- Commissioning and Startup:
- Lead or support the pre-functional checks (PFCs), functional performance tests (FPTs), and final commissioning activities to ensure all systems perform as designed and meet high-purity specifications.
- Develop and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), installation procedures, and commissioning checklists.
- Safety and Compliance:
- Ensure all chemical handling, storage, and distribution activities comply with local and international codes, standards (e.g., SEMI, NFPA, IFC), and company EHS policies.
- Act as the safety point-of-contact for all chemical system-related site activities.
Operations and Sustaining Support (Post-Installation)
The role often transitions into a sustaining or facilities engineering function once the system is operational.
- System Reliability and Maintenance:
- Provide sustaining engineering support for chemical/slurry systems, including troubleshooting complex operational issues, conducting Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
- Develop and optimize Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance programs to maximize system uptime and reliability.
- Capacity Management:
- Monitor system performance, chemical usage, and capacity vs. demand to ensure an uninterruptible and on-spec supply to the process tools.
- Recommend and lead improvement/enhancement projects to optimize efficiency, reduce cost, and improve safety.
- Ultra-High Purity Focus:
- Maintain strict control over chemical purity and quality, understanding the chemical compatibility of materials of construction (MOC) with ultra-high purity fluids and gases.
Qualifications and Skills
- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: Relevant experience (typically 2-5+ years) in facilities engineering, project engineering, or site supervision, preferably within the semiconductor, microelectronics, or other ultra-high purity/hazardous chemical processing industries.
- Technical Knowledge:
- In-depth understanding of chemical and gas distribution systems (Bulk and Specialty Gas/Chemical), waste chemical systems, and slurry systems.
- Ability to read, interpret, and review engineering documents like Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), and general arrangement (GA) drawings.
- Familiarity with cleanroom protocols and safety standards, particularly for handling corrosive, flammable, and toxic materials.
- Proficiency with design/documentation tools such as AutoCAD (2D/3D) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Soft Skills:
- Strong leadership and site management skills to effectively supervise contractor activities.
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills for coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proven problem-solving and analytical skills.
Pay: From $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
