Senior UPW-IWT Project Engineer

Samsung Electronics is hiring a Senior UPW-IWT Project Engineer. It pays $106k-$145k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Samsung Electronics.

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Manages project development and execution for water and wastewater treatment infrastructure improvements and retrofits.

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Position Summary

Guided by a belief in extensive data analysis and a commitment to collaborative global relationships, the UPW-IWT team [Ultra-Pure Water (UPW) and Industrial Wastewater (IWT)] is responsible for providing continuous, safe and high quality utilities to our Semiconductor factory (Fab). At our water and wastewater plants on the Samsung Austin Semiconductor (Taylor) campus, our Operations teams’ drive for sustainability and operational excellence is balanced by our need to adopt tomorrow’s technologies to ensure plant resilience, environmental stewardship, and the safety of our staff.

The UPW-IWT Project team is a cohesive group of engineers focused on comprehensively owning Project Improvements and supporting Operations and Process Engineering team with start-up, commissioning and retrofit projects. As a critical team member of WTR Projects Team, the UPW-IWT Project Engineer owns the development and execution of system improvements, supporting the Fab through commissioning, start-ups, and retrofit projects. Key responsibilities include managing external design consultants and general contractors while updating process requirements and operating procedures. The role focuses on delivering high-quality utility infrastructure through a combination of innovative engineering and structured project management processes.

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

Practice full ownership and accountability for the entire WTR system, accepting that we function as one team, failing or succeeding together.
Ensure that a safe work environment is maintained for yourself, the team and all stakeholders.
Research, develop, test and implement Innovative technology upgrade projects that improve UPW-IWT system quality, reliability and/or safety.
Continually evaluate and update process requirements, new technologies, and operating procedures for UPW-IWT Systems.
Sustain transparent and frequent communication with internal and external stakeholders on any quality, safety, cost issues.
Lead and execute on critical projects that support operations and process improvements.
Manage site Consultant Design Team to develop, review and approve SAS site Mechanical specifications and design packages for commercial/process systems.
Manage Construction General Contractor activities related to new and retrofit construction.
Help develop and maintain our overall project management systems and processes.

Skills and Qualifications

Here's what you'll need:

Required Education and Experience

B.S. in Chemical, Mechanical, Process or Industrial Engineering.
7+ years of experience in an Engineering environment, preferably within Design or Operations.
Working knowledge of general water treatment technologies and/or processes.
Minimum 4 years chemical/mechanical design and project experience in an industrial setting. Semiconductor fab experience preferred.

Preferred Education and Experience

10+ years of experience in a Facilities/Manufacturing, Engineering and/or Project Management environment.
Advanced knowledge of wastewater treatment systems.
Basic knowledge of water treatment systems.
Professional Engineering License a plus.
PMP Certification a plus.

The current base salary range for this role is between $106,000 - $145,000. 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 Rewards
At 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 insurance
Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
Wellness 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
This 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.

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Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

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Key facts

Senior UPW-IWT Project Engineer is an open job at Samsung Electronics.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The listed salary is $106k-$145k a year.
The role is based in 1530 FM 973 Taylor, TX, USA.
The job was posted on September 21, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by Samsung Electronics. Apply on Samsung Electronics

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