About Samsung Austin SemiconductorSamsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow. Come innovate with us!Position SummaryThe Maintenance Engineer is responsible for the reliable, safe, and cost‑effective operation of all mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems within an industrial chemical wastewater treatment plant and a parallel Ultra‑Pure Water (UPW) production plant. This role leads a multi‑disciplinary maintenance team, drives preventive‑maintenance programs, manages capital‑project upgrades, and ensures compliance with environmental, safety, and quality regulations. The engineer acts as the technical authority for troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis, and continuous‑improvement initiatives that maximize plant availability and product water quality.Role and ResponsibilitiesHere’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:Develop & Execute Maintenance StrategiesCreate preventive‑ and predictive‑maintenance (PM/PdM) programs for pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, RO/EDI systems, dosing equipment, and utilities.Track and improve key reliability metrics (availability, MTBF, MTTR).Drive Capital‑Project ManagementScope, budget, procure, and commission upgrades (e.g., pump‑vibration monitoring, PLC/HMI modernization, new water‑treatment modules).Ensure projects meet cost, schedule, safety, and quality targets.Root‑Cause Analysis & Continuous ImprovementConduct Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Root‑Cause Analyses (RCA) on major equipment failures.Implement reliability‑centered maintenance (RCM) and Lean/Six‑Sigma improvements to reduce downtime and waste.Ensure Regulatory & Quality ComplianceMaintain compliance with EPA wastewater regulations, OSHA, ISO 14001/9001, and UP‑water quality specs (conductivity, TOC, microbiology).Keep accurate maintenance records, permit, and audit trails.Data Management & Automation IntegrationUse CMMS (e.g., Maximo, SAP PM) and analytics platforms (PI, PowerBI) for condition‑monitoring, KPI reporting, and predictive analytics.Collaborate with control‑system engineers to refine alarm strategies and set‑point optimization.Technical Support & TroubleshootingProvide expert troubleshooting for mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues across both plants.Skills and QualificationsHere's what you'll need:A bachelor’s degree in mechanical, or chemical engineering.5-10 years of experience in industrial wastewater treatment systems and or UPW treatment systems.Proficiency in Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) & Reliability.Knowledge of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Regulations.The current base salary range for this role is between $76,000 - $174,500. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. 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.Total RewardsAt Samsung Austin Semiconductor, 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 insuranceLife insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vestingOnsite café(s) and workout facilitiesPaid maternity and paternity leavePaid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidaysWellness 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 Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.U.S. Export Control ComplianceThis role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.Trade Secrets Notice By submitting an application, you agree not to disclose to Samsung—or encourage Samsung to use—any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity.* Please visit Samsung membership to see Privacy Policy, which defaults according to your location. You can change Country/Language at the bottom of the page. If you are European Economic Resident, please click here.* Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.