Ultra Pure Water & Wastewater Treatment Engineer

About the role

Micron Technology is hiring a Singapore Ultra Pure Water (UPW) and Wastewater Treatment Engineer. You will plan, design, construct and commission UPW and wastewater treatment systems for semiconductor manufacturing facilities, working with multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with stakeholders. The role splits time between office work for planning and reporting and on-site presence during construction, installation and commissioning; extended hours may be needed.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of UPW and wastewater systems, reviewing and approving technical specifications, layouts and drawings for filtration, deionization and wastewater treatment units, and collaborating with other engineering disciplines.
• Oversee installation and construction, coordinate with contractors and vendors, conduct site inspections and manage commissioning and startup.
• Establish performance metrics, monitor system operation, run root cause analysis of failures and develop water recycling and reuse strategies.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and industry standards, implement safety protocols for hazardous chemicals, and manage wastewater discharge and effluent quality.
• Act as the main point of contact for end users, project teams and regulators, prepare progress and performance reports, and address client feedback.
• Lead and mentor a team of contractors, develop training programmes and foster continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in UPW and wastewater systems, including at least 3 years in a wastewater treatment role within semiconductor or high-tech industrial construction.
• Strong leadership and project management skills, excellent problem-solving, organisational and communication skills, and ability to work on multiple tasks at once.
• Preferred: experience using AI-enabled tools, data analytics platforms, digital engineering solutions or automation technologies, and a demonstrated ability to adopt new digital technologies.