Facilities Electrical Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Facilities Electrical Engineer to join our growing team!

At TSMC, We Develop the Technologies that Shape the Future and Change the World!  Technology is our cornerstone, and Innovation is our passion. At TSMC, we bring together the most creative minds in science and technology to provide the best foundry services possible, and drive innovation in fields that revolutionize our world and daily lives including high performance computing, mobile, automotive electronics, and the Internet of Things.  If you want to challenge yourself and unleash innovation with brilliant colleagues located around the world, come join us!

Position Overview:

The Electrical Engineer will act as the system owner and subject matter expert for a variety of Electrical Power systems supporting the Fab21 Semiconductor fab.  You will be responsible for safety, capacity, reliability, documentation and advanced troubleshooting of electrical power systems that may range from 50v up to 230kV as well as UPS and Emergency Generator systems.  You will own developing documentation such as PM Job plans, operating procedures, troubleshooting specifications & training programs as well as engaging with our electricians and service providers in the field to ensure our power systems are safe and maintained.  You may also provide design support for projects up to and including new construction. And work in cooperation with other engineers, technicians and managers to ensure that all process specifications are met, and to ensure efficient completion of projects.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe workplace
• Develops System Documentation including PM Job Plans, Operating Instructions, Out of Control Action Plans and Training.
• Ensures that the maintenance meets OEM requirements as well as AHJ/Code.
• Evaluates the effectiveness and quality of Preventative and Corrective Maintenance, identifies opportunities for improvement
• Identifies opportunities to reduce the overall cost including outsource vs. insource, alternate suppliers, PM Frequency optimization, etc.
• Leads Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on any equipment failures or impacts to production as a result of an electrical system failure, supports other sections as necessary.
• May work closely with the Utility Provider in managing load, downtime and other coordination.
• Manages the Electrical Load Database (SKM/e-tap/EzPower) to ensure distribution and source maintain redundancy and capacity for future expansion.  Reviews ground fault, electrical coordination and Arc Flash Analysis and works to mitigate risk.
• Plan and incorporate future-ready techniques, concept development, operating strategies, and various design requirements that account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure.
• Develop and review plans, specifications, and cost estimates, construction safety and phasing plans, and updating electrical infrastructure layout plans that require coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.
• Provides Training and Troubleshooting to the electricians to ensure safe switching and subsequent work.
• Ensure all requirements as specified by the manufacturer of equipment systems are met, and equipment operations, repairs, modifications, and maintenance meet environmental protection requirements
• Additional duties based on business needs, including ERT

Knowledge and Skills:

The Electrical Engineer must have knowledge of industry standards, codes and regulations, and the ability to apply to maintenance operation of site Electrical Power systems.

• Ability to read, interpret, and understand engineering drawings and specifications.  The ability to work cooperatively with other technicians, supervisors, engineers, and managers
• The ability to work cooperatively with other technicians, supervisors, engineers, and managers
• Follow all safety policies and procedures at all times
• Proficient with electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues.
• Extensive knowledge of infrastructure design.
• Demonstrates competence and comprehensive knowledge concerning adjacent disciplines such as controls, water, gas and chems or mechanical.
• Well-defined specific knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Well-developed ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of electrical engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Demonstrated high-level of self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to technicians and junior engineers.
• Highly proficient with technical writing, office software, discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, Revit, SKM/EzPower, E-Tap), technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, computations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
• Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5 to 10 years of relevant post education experience as an electrical engineer providing design deliverables for capital projects.
• Previous knowledge in operation of industrial and/or commercial processing equipment, semiconductor or Electric Utility experience is preferred.
• Engineer license is a Plus.