Waste & UPW Commissioning Lead

We are seeking an experienced Waste / Ultra-Pure Water (UPW) Commissioning Lead to oversee the commissioning of UPW production systems and waste treatment systems for a state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing facility. This role requires a strong technical background in water treatment, waste systems, and semiconductor industry standards, with a focus on ensuring systems meet stringent performance, safety, and environmental compliance requirements.

Responsibilities:

Planning & Documentation:

• Develop and implement comprehensive commissioning plans for UPW and waste systems aligned with ASHRAE standards and semiconductor industry best practices.


• Review and validate design documents, focusing on water purification trains, waste neutralization systems, and chemical waste collection infrastructure.


• Create and manage verification checklists, test procedures, and acceptance criteria in collaboration with vendors like Evoqua, Saltworks, and others.

Technical Execution:

UPW Systems Commissioning:

• Lead the commissioning of the complete UPW production system, including:




• Industrial City Water (ICW) pretreatment


• Reverse osmosis and deionization systems


• UV treatment and ultrafiltration


• Distribution loops and point-of-use verification




• Ensure water quality meets semiconductor-grade specifications (resistivity, TOC, bacteria, particles, dissolved gases).


• Validate temperature, pressure, and flow control across the distribution network.

Waste Systems Commissioning:

• Oversee commissioning of all waste systems, including:




• Industrial Waste Neutralization (IWN)


• Fluoride, sulfuric, and solvent waste collection and treatment systems




• Verify chemical neutralization processes and validate instrumentation, controls, and discharge compliance with environmental regulations.

Integrated Systems Testing:

• Perform load, surge capacity, and emergency response scenario testing.


• Validate alarms, interlocks, and system interfaces with building utilities.


• Coordinate with facility teams and regulatory bodies for compliance and approvals.

Quality Assurance & Documentation:

• Maintain and manage commissioning documentation, including test results, non-conformance tracking, and system performance reports.


• Generate water quality certification reports and final commissioning closeout packages.


• Review O&M manuals and develop system troubleshooting guides for operations teams.

Coordination & Management:

• Manage third-party vendors, contractors, and commissioning agents.


• Interface with EHS teams for environmental compliance documentation.


• Support training of facility operations teams on UPW and waste system operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting.


• Any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned to you in your role.

Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Environmental, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.


• Minimum 5 years of experience in UPW and waste system commissioning within the semiconductor industry.


• Strong understanding of UPW production, industrial waste treatment, environmental compliance, and chemical handling safety.


• Experience with analytical water quality testing and effluent monitoring methods.


• Expertise in process control systems, alarms, and interlocks for water and waste systems.


• Excellent technical documentation, coordination, and stakeholder communication skills.

Education / Licenses / Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant studies is strongly preferred, but not required.


• OSHA 30 is required; NFPA 70E training and valid certification preferred.


• Proof of education, licenses, and certifications will be required where applicable. 

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 


• Life, Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance 


• Training and Education Assistance 


• 401k Retirement Plan 


• Extra Annual Leave with Years of Service 


• Maternity/Paternity Leave 


• Recognition Rewards
  

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