We are seeking an accomplished Senior Staff Facilities Engineer Mechanical to lead and support our advanced manufacturing operations. This role is critical in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and scalability of our facilities infrastructure, with a strong focus on cleanroom production environments, HVAC systems, dehumidifiers (DEHUs), chillers, air compressors, and related mechanical equipment. The successful candidate will bring 10+ years of hands-on experience in both design and operations, combining strategic engineering leadership with practical problem-solving in high-tech manufacturing environments.
- Provide technical leadership for mechanical systems supporting manufacturing, including cleanroom HVAC, process cooling, dehumidification, compressed air, and thermal fluid systems
- Review and validate mechanical system designs, supporting operational and performance objectives, with the capacity to perform design work as needed
- Drive optimization and troubleshooting of existing systems to improve reliability, performance, and energy efficiency
- Serve as the subject matter expert in cleanroom production environments, ensuring compliance with environmental control requirements and industry standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, EHS, quality, and R&D, to align facilities capabilities with operational goals
- Develop preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for critical mechanical assets
- Oversee vendor management, bid processes, and capital project execution for mechanical upgrades and expansions
- Provide mentorship to junior engineers and technical staff
- Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or the equivalent in experience
- 10+ years of progressive experience in facilities mechanical engineering within advanced manufacturing, semiconductor, or cleanroom-based industries
- Proven expertise in both design and operations of mechanical systems, including HVAC, cleanroom controls, DEHUs, chillers, and compressed air systems
- Strong understanding of mechanical codes, cleanroom classification standards (ISO 14644), and energy management principles
- Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale capital projects from concept through commissioning
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to balance technical, operational, and business priorities
- Proficient in facilities engineering software tools, CAD, and energy modeling
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface at all organizational levels