Amkor Technology

Staff Engineer, Facilities Electrical (ATA)

Amkor Technology$95K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 3+ years experience in electrical systems engineering, ideally in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing
  • Strong knowledge of power distribution systems and emergency power systems
  • Ability to interpret electrical drawings and specifications
  • Familiarity with NFPA 70 and relevant electrical standards
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Office, and relevant software
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
  • Experience with semiconductor facility design and start-up is preferred
  • Professional Engineering License (PE) is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with electrical design consultants for meeting system specifications
  • Review electrical drawings and monitor construction progress
  • Support commissioning activities, including testing and validation
  • Identify and resolve issues during construction and startup
  • Manage documentation and handover processes for electrical systems
  • Provide operational support for distribution systems and maintenance activities
  • Monitor system performance and implement preventive maintenance programs
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and corporate guidelines
  • Conduct system evaluations for operational improvements
  • Apply reliability engineering principles to enhance system performance

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Work in a high-tech manufacturing environment
  • Involvement in diverse projects throughout the facility lifecycle
  • Collaborative team atmosphere with operations and maintenance teams
  • Potential for career advancement within a major semiconductor company
Full Job Description
Position Summary:

Amkor Technology Arizona is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer, responsible for the design, installation, commissioning, and operation of electrical systems for Amkor's OSAT factory. This includes medium and low-voltage power distribution, emergency power systems, lighting, facility infrastructure and tools hookup. This role ensures reliable, safe, and efficient electrical power delivery to support manufacturing and cleanroom operations.

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 electrical design consultants to ensure system requirements and specifications are met.
  • Review electrical drawings, submittals, and monitor construction progress.
  • Support commissioning activities, including equipment preparation, functional testing, and system validation.
  • Identify and resolve abnormalities during construction and start-up phases.
  • Manage documentation, manuals, and handover processes for electrical systems.
  • Provide operational and maintenance support for electrical distribution systems, Arc Flash Studies, switchgear, transformers, UPS, and emergency generators.
  • Monitor system performance and implement preventive maintenance programs.
  • Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and corporate guidelines.
  • Perform system capacity planning, troubleshooting, and sustaining activities to meet dynamic production demands.
  • Partner with operations and maintenance teams to optimize electrical system performance and energy efficiency.
  • Conduct system evaluations and implement improvements through capital and expense projects.
  • Maintain accurate documentation for operational and maintenance procedures.
  • Apply reliability engineering principles, including FMEA and root cause analysis, to improve system performance.


Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • 3+ years of experience in electrical systems engineering (design and operations), preferably in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing.
  • Strong understanding of power distribution systems, switchgear, transformers, UPS, and emergency power systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
  • Familiarity with NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code) and other relevant standards.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office, Bluebeam, arc flashy study software.
  • 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
NASDAQ

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