Renesas Electronics America

Staff Mechanical Engineer - Facilities

Renesas Electronics America$100K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
  • Minimum 5 years of engineering experience in industrial/manufacturing environments
  • Experience with mechanical facilities systems like HVAC and piping
  • Strong knowledge of engineering drawings and construction practices
  • Capability to lead projects and tackle technical challenges independently

Responsibilities

  • Lead mechanical systems engineering for HVAC, piping, and industrial utilities
  • Evaluate system performance to meet current and future operational needs
  • Develop strategic facilities plans aligned with growth goals
  • Oversee the design of engineering drawings and specifications
  • Collaborate with maintenance teams to troubleshoot and enhance system reliability
  • Manage capital and expense projects ensuring compliance with specifications
  • Ensure mechanical systems comply with safety and regulatory standards

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package
  • 100% onsite work environment
  • Opportunity for leadership in a high-tech manufacturing setting
  • Engagement in critical systems essential to semiconductor production
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams and external partners
Full Job Description
Job Description

Renesas is seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer to support and lead facilities engineering activities across its company-owned 120-acre semiconductor manufacturing campus, comprising approximately 528,000 square feet of controlled indoor space across six buildings supporting wafer fabrication, testing, and critical support operations.

This role provides technical ownership and leadership for complex mechanical systems essential to semiconductor manufacturing, including HVAC, process piping, plumbing, fire protection systems, and the Industrial / DI Water Plant. The Staff Mechanical Engineer will partner closely with operations, maintenance, construction, and external vendors to ensure high system reliability, regulatory compliance, cost control, and long-term campus sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Facilities Mechanical Engineering & System Ownership
  • Provide engineering leadership and technical ownership for facilities mechanical systems, including:
    • HVAC systems supporting cleanroom and manufacturing environments
    • Process and utility piping systems
    • Plumbing and fire suppression systems
    • Industrial Water and DI Water Plant systems
  • Evaluate system performance, capacity, and reliability to support current operations and future manufacturing requirements
  • Develop short-term and long-term facilities strategies aligned with site and business growth plans

Design, Documentation & Engineering Standards
  • Lead mechanical system design efforts, including development of:
    • Engineering drawings and layouts
    • Specifications and design criteria
    • Cost estimates and capital justifications
  • Perform and/or review AutoCAD drafting, drawings, and specifications
  • Review and approve materials, equipment submittals, and contractor documentation
  • Maintain accurate as-built drawings, engineering records, and system documentation for all assigned facilities assets

Operations, Maintenance & Troubleshooting Support
  • Partner with operations and maintenance teams to:
    • Troubleshoot complex mechanical system issues
    • Improve system uptime, efficiency, and reliability
    • Optimize maintenance strategies and lifecycle costs
  • Provide technical guidance during system failures, upgrades, and major maintenance events

Project Management & Construction Oversight
  • Plan, manage, and execute capital and expense-funded facilities projects
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders, contractors, and consultants to ensure project execution meets:
    • Engineering drawings and specifications
    • Contractual requirements
    • Budget and schedule commitments
  • Oversee construction activities to ensure safe execution and quality installation

Code Compliance & Safety
  • Ensure all mechanical systems and projects comply with applicable:
    • Life safety codes
    • Local, state, and federal regulations
    • Company engineering standards and policies
  • Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews as required


Qualifications

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
  • Minimum 5 years of engineering experience in an industrial and/or manufacturing environment
    (semiconductor, high-tech manufacturing, power generation, or similar facilities preferred)
  • Demonstrated experience supporting mechanical facilities systems such as HVAC, piping, and industrial utilities
  • Strong working knowledge of engineering drawings, specifications, and construction practices
  • Ability to independently lead projects and resolve complex technical issues


Additional Information
  • This is an ITAR-restricted role: Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person
  • 100% onsite position, Monday through Friday


We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

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About Renesas Electronics America

Renesas Electronics America is a leading supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions including microcontrollers, SoC solutions and a broad range of analog and power devices, with operations spanning research, development, design and manufacturing for a wide range of applications.
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