Facility Engineer (Chemical Systems)

ABOUT TATA ELECTRONICS:

Tata Electronics (a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd.) is building India’s first AI-enabled state-of-the-art Semiconductor Foundry. This facility will produce chips for applications such as power management IC, display drivers, microcontrollers (MCU) and high-performance computing logic, addressing the growing demand in markets such as automotive, computing and data storage, wireless communications and artificial intelligence.

Tata Electronics is a subsidiary of the Tata group. The Tata Group operates in more than 100 countries across six continents, with the mission 'To improve the quality of life of the communities we serve globally, through long term stakeholder value creation based on leadership with Trust.

Job Summary:

The Facility Engineer – Chemical Systems is responsible for the safe, reliable, and continuous operation of chemical utility systems supporting semiconductor manufacturing. The role ensures uninterrupted supply of high-purity chemicals, compliance with stringent EHS and regulatory standards, and high availability of chemical facilities to meet fab production requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Chemical Systems Operations

• Operate and maintain bulk and specialty chemical systems including acids, solvents, CMP slurries, and specialty process chemicals.
• Manage chemical storage, distribution, delivery, and point-of-use systems within the fab.
• Ensure reliable operation of chemical waste collection, neutralization, and treatment systems.

Safety, EHS & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with EHS standards, SEMI guidelines, ISO systems, and local statutory regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments, HAZOP, safety audits, and emergency drills related to chemical systems.
• Support incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.

Monitoring & Control

• Monitor chemical systems through SCADA/BMS/DCS and respond to alarms and excursions.
• Track system performance, chemical consumption, leaks, and contamination risks.
• Maintain SOPs, MSDS documentation, and permit-to-work systems.

Maintenance & Reliability

• Plan and execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for maintenance, calibration, and upgrades.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for safety and uptime.

Project & Coordination

• Support installation, hook-up, testing, and commissioning of new chemical systems.
• Interface with process engineering, EHS, construction, and equipment teams.
• Manage vendor performance, service contracts, and spare parts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience
• 3–8+ years of experience in chemical facilities, utilities, or process systems. Experience in semiconductor fabs, electronics manufacturing, chemical plants, or high-purity industries is preferred.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Chemical handling and high-purity utility systems
• EHS management and regulatory compliance
• Troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Vendor and contractor management
• SCADA/DCS/BMS familiarity
• Documentation, SOP writing, and audit readiness
• Strong communication and coordination skills

Preferred Skills

• Semiconductor fab experience
• Knowledge of UPW, scrubbers, and abatement systems
• ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 exposure
• Experience in 24x7 manufacturing operations