The Gas & Chemical Technical Facilities Engineer role at Santa Clara requires specialized expertise in managing gas and chemical delivery systems. This senior-level position involves providing technical leadership for planning, design, construction, and maintenance of G&C delivery equipment, GLSS, and P&A units. Day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing system operations to ensure maximum uptime, coordinating with third-party service providers, and conducting root cause analysis using 8D methodology. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, along with extensive experience in semiconductor facilities management. Key skills include knowledge of gas distribution systems, PLC-based controls, and local fire codes, as well as strong analytical abilities and communication skills. This role demands interaction with multiple internal teams and external stakeholders to manage projects effectively while ensuring compliance and safety standards are met.
Oversee operations and maintenance of gas and chemical delivery systems to ensure maximum uptime.
Coordinate with third-party service providers for proper maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems.
Perform root cause analysis using 8D methodology to resolve complex issues.
Evaluate system capacities and recommend improvements for safety, compliance, and cost savings.
Manage engineering teams for multiple projects, providing technical direction during the design phase.
Develop process design deliverables to support conceptual design phases and ensure construction meets requirements.
Review and approve building construction designs and fit-up plans for facilities systems.
What we're looking for
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering required.
At least 7 years of semiconductor facilities management experience.
Proven expertise in industrial gas and chemical delivery systems.
Experience with gas abatement and wastewater treatment systems.
Knowledge of local Fire, Building, and Environmental codes.
Strong analytical skills using SPC, 8D, DMAIC, FMEA tools.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Market check
Salary context
This
$133,500–$183,500
range sits above
51%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$114,200–$198,000
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$128,632–$185,850
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 238 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Applied Materials
Applied Materials is the world''s largest supplier of equipment, services, and software for the semiconductor and display industries, enabling the production of chips and advanced displays. Industry: Semiconductor Equipment
Applied Materials currently has
65 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$141,000–$193,500
across 65 roles with salary data.