Principal Engineer (Hookup)

About the role

GlobalFoundries is looking for a Principal Engineer (Hookup) to lead a team of engineers in developing equipment schematics with Equipment Engineers and Equipment Vendors. The role also covers sourcing cost-effective components, improving hookup methods and reliability, and leading studies on hookup capacity, space management, distribution planning, distribution systems and energy conservation. It provides engineering support so installations stay on time.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare weekly reports for the Hook-up Section Manager/Manager and hold regular meetings to develop and improve equipment schematics.
• Sourcing cost-competitive components and leading improvements to hookup methods and reliability.
• Hold daily and weekly contractor meetings to keep projects on track, update on issues and align objectives.
• Collaborate with Purchasers, Section Heads and Associate Engineers to prepare hook-up specifications, tender documents and interviews, and verify progress claims.
• Lead and run FMEAs and QITs to prevent and improve hook-up system failures.
• Represent GlobalFoundries in hook-up design, negotiations, project meetings and payment claims, and submit proposals for facility utility upgrades.
• Standardise hook-up procedures across GlobalFoundries and coordinate between Engineering, Chemical sections, Facility Operations and contractors.
• Provide training for new staff, control costs and variations, and manage contract closure with the right documents and forms.
• Compile test results, commissioning reports, acceptance documentation, drawings and logs, and inspect equipment before handover to Operations.
• Attend mandatory GlobalFoundries training and complete other tasks assigned by the Section Manager/Manager or Director, including safety, health, environmental and security requirements.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Facilities Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in semiconductor facilities, equipment hook-up, construction, project engineering or facilities engineering.
• Proven experience in equipment hook-up design, utility distribution, capacity planning, space management and facilities infrastructure projects.
• Experience in project commissioning, handover and documentation control is preferred.

Required skills

• Strong project management, cost control, contract management, tender evaluation and schedule management.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while leading multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.