Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to lead mechanical and utilities scope for semiconductor expansion retrofit and capacity upgrade projects. This role oversees the entire project lifecyclefrom concept and design through construction commissioning and handoverensuring mechanical systems meet stringent cleanroom reliability safety and contamination control standards.

A strong background in HVAC cleanroom systems process utilities industrial gases cryogenic systems and mechanical infrastructure is essential.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Leadership

Lead mechanical engineering scope for expansion upgrade and tool-installation projects.

Manage full lifecycle: Concept Detailed Design Procurement Construction Commissioning Turnover.

Control project cost schedule risks and change management.

Deliver projects without interruption to 24/7 operations.

2. Mechanical & Utility Systems Management

Provide technical leadership for mission-critical systems including:

Cleanroom HVAC (ISO control pressure cascade temp/humidity stability)

CHW CW PCW vacuum exhaust & scrubber systems

Compressed Dry Air (CDA)

Industrial & specialty gas distribution

Cryogenic systems (LN₂ CO₂)

Ensure systems meet reliability contamination control and redundancy (N1 / 2N) requirements.

3. Design Governance & Technical Review

Lead technical reviews constructability studies and BIM/3D model clash analysis.

Review calculations equipment sizing routing and engineering deliverables.

Ensure compliance with SEMI standards ASHRAE ISO 14644 and local authorities.

4. Construction Testing & Commissioning

Oversee contractors during installation FAT/SAT IST and system validation.

Resolve site issues swiftly to maintain safety quality and schedule.

Ensure accurate as-built documentation and smooth turnover to Facilities Operations.

5. Safety Quality & Stakeholder Management

Enforce EHS-first culture and Life Safety rules.

Collaborate with Process Engineering Manufacturing Electrical Tool Install EHS and global facilities teams.

Mentor junior engineers and support best-practice sharing.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering.

10 years total experience with minimum 5 years in semiconductor pharmaceutical or mission-critical MEP projects.

Proven track record in expansion cleanroom mechanical systems and utility distribution.

Strong technical expertise in HVAC CDA CHW/CW/PCW industrial gases cryogenic systems exhaust and contamination control.

Hands-on experience with construction oversight commissioning system validation and contractor management.

Familiarity with standards: ASHRAE SEMI ISO cleanroom classifications and local regulatory codes.

Proficiency in AutoCAD/BIM and project management tools.

Excellent communication leadership and problem-solving abilities.

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