Amkor Technology

Senior Engineer, Facilities Controls System (ATA)

Amkor Technology$95K — $115K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Controls Engineering, or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in facilities control systems engineering, preferably in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing.
  • Strong understanding of PLCs, SCADA systems, and PID controllers.
  • Ability to read and interpret P&ID drawings and engineering specifications.
  • Familiarity with HMI operator interfaces and industrial communication protocols.
  • Proficient in MS Office and engineering tools.
  • Strong analytical, decision-making, and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with vendors to ensure system requirements are met.
  • Review engineering drawings and monitor construction progress.
  • Support commissioning activities, including equipment preparation and testing.
  • Identify and resolve abnormalities during construction and start-up.
  • Manage documentation and handover processes for control systems.
  • Respond to facility interruptions across various systems.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and modify control logic to enhance performance.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a high-tech manufacturing environment.
  • Engagement in a variety of projects across the facility lifecycle.
  • Potential for professional development and growth within the engineering field.
Full Job Description
Position Summary:

Amkor Technology Arizona is seeking an experienced facilities Controls System Engineer, responsible for the design, installation, commissioning, and operation of facility control systems for Amkor's OSAT factory. This includes PLC, and SCADA platforms supporting HVAC, ultrapure water, wastewater treatment, gas and chemical systems, and life safety systems. The role ensures reliable, efficient, and safe operation of automated control systems throughout the project lifecycle.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will evolve throughout the project lifecycle, ranging from design and commissioning to full-scale operations, requiring adaptability and a proactive approach to each phase.
  • Collaborate with instrumentation and controls design vendors to ensure system requirements are met.
  • Review engineering drawings, submittals, and monitor construction progress.
  • Support commissioning activities, including equipment preparation and operational testing.
  • Identify and resolve abnormalities during construction and start-up phases.
  • Manage documentation, manuals, and handover processes for control systems.
  • Provide engineering support for operation and maintenance of PLC and SCADA systems.
  • Respond to facility interruptions across HVAC, process systems, UPW, WWT, gas and chemical systems, and life safety systems.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and trend evaluations for facilities-related incidents.
  • Modify control logic and programming to enhance system performance and prevent recurrence.
  • Develop and maintain an instrument calibration program for transmitters, control valves, and positioners.
  • Perform system capacity planning, troubleshooting, and sustaining activities to meet production demands.
  • Partner with operations and maintenance teams to optimize system performance and reliability.
  • Apply reliability engineering principles, including FMEA and root cause analysis, to improve system performance.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards, codes, and corporate control system guidelines.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Controls Engineering, or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in facilities control systems engineering (design and operations), preferably in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing.
  • Strong understanding of PLCs, SCADA systems, PID controllers, and variable frequency drives.
  • Ability to read and interpret P&ID drawings and engineering specifications.
  • Familiarity with HMI operator interfaces and industrial communication protocols.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and engineering tools.
  • Strong analytical, decision-making, and troubleshooting skills.
  • Experience in semiconductor facility design, construction, commissioning, and start-up.
  • Professional Engineering License (PE) is a plus.


Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to work in various weather conditions and awkward positions.
  • Regularly lift up to 50 lbs. and adjust heavy objects.
  • Exposure to sharp, hot, and cold equipment.
  • Must be medically qualified to wear a respirator.
  • Ability to climb ladders, work at elevation, and in confined spaces with PPE.


Location:

This position will be based at the Peoria, AZ site, working from temporary offices during the construction phase and transitioning to the facility upon the start of factory operations.

About Amkor Technology

Amkor Technology is a semiconductor product packaging and test services provider. The company has been headquartered in Tempe, Arizona, since 2005, when it was moved from West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States. The company was founded in 1968 and has more than 30,000 employees worldwide and a reported $4.2 billion in revenue for 2018. Amkor Technology is one of the world's largest providers of outsourced semiconductor packaging and test services. The company offers semiconductor design, wafer fabrication, assembly and test services. Amkor's operational base includes production facilities, product development centers, and sales and support offices located in Asia, Europe and the United States. The company's customers include integrated device manufacturers, fabless semiconductor companies and contract foundries. Amkor Technology was founded in 1968 and became a public company in 1998.
Learn more about Amkor Technology
Size
30,400 employees
Market Cap
$5.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$338.1 million
Founded
1968
5 Year Trend
+9.3%
Revenue
$5 billion
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