Water and Wastewater Treatment Engineer

Wolfspeed Water And Wastewater Treatment EngineerAt Wolfspeed, we do amazing things in a human way. We know that the achievements of our organization are due to the passion, hard work and creativity of our employees. We celebrate different perspectives to foster excellence across our organization, and our goal is to make diversity a foundation of what we do. We are proudly building an environment where you can bring your authentic self to work.Enjoy doing things that people say can't be done? Innovation is at the center of everything we do.Hate red tape? We remove roadblocks instead of creating them.Student? We offer continuing education assistance.Looking for community? There are many ways to get involved, from Employee Resource Groups to local outreach.Who we're looking for:Wolfspeed is seeking a water and wastewater treatment engineer. As a facilities process engineer you are responsible for operation and maintenance of water/wastewater related treatment systems, improving system design, optimizing efficiency, and heading up future improvement projects. The facilities process engineering team knows every aspect of all the process systems and is in charge of the continuous improvement process needed to make MVF a world-class manufacturing facility. As a process engineer, you will work closely with ultrapure water production, wastewater treatment, waste collection systems, process exhaust abatement systems, and sometimes bulk chemical and gas distribution systems.The day-to-day:1. UPW & Water Systems OperationsMonitor and optimize ultrapure water (UPW) systems, including:Reverse osmosis (RO), EDI, ion exchange, degasification, UV, and filtration systemsEnsure consistent delivery of water meeting strict semiconductor specifications: resistivity, TOC, silica, dissolved oxygen, particles, and bacteriaSupport day-to-day operational troubleshooting and respond to system alarms2. Wastewater Treatment & Environmental SystemsOperate and optimize industrial wastewater treatment systems, including:Neutralization, precipitation, filtration, plater waste treatment and reclaim systemsSupport compliance with NYSDEC and EPA discharge regulationsMonitor chemical dosing, pH control, hazardous waste collection and handling, and system efficiencyEnsure operation and maintenance of waste collection systems. Work with EHS team on disposal/off-loading of chemical collected waste.3. System Reliability & MaintenanceDevelop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategiesTroubleshoot and resolve issues with:Pumps, valves, membranes, tanks, piping, and instrumentationPartner with maintenance teams and contractors to minimize downtime4. Process Optimization & Continuous ImprovementAnalyze system performance data and identify process optimization opportunitiesImprove:Water recovery ratesChemical consumption efficiencySystem uptime and cost effectivenessDrive sustainability initiatives, including water reuse and reduction projects5. Design, Commissioning & ProjectsSupport installation, qualification, and startup of new facilities systemsReview and interpretation of:P&IDs, process flow diagrams (PFDs), and equipment specificationsCollaborate with vendors and tool owners on system interfaces and upgradesSupport fab ramp activities and capacity expansion projects6. Compliance, Safety & DocumentationEnsure compliance with:Environmental regulations, Wolfspeed standards, and safety protocolsMaintain operational logs, SOPs, and engineering documentationPromote safe handling of chemicals (acids, bases, process chemicals)Participate in audits and risk assessments7. Data Analysis & ReportingUse data analysis tools (Excel, SPC, or equivalent) to monitor trendsCreate reports on system performance, excursions, and improvement actionsSupport root cause analysis (RCA) and failure investigationsThis job is right for you if you have:Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or related engineering field2–5 years of experience in: industrial water treatment, utilities, or facilities engineering preferably in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturingKnowledge of: RO, EDI, UF, ion exchange, and UV systemsWastewater treatment and chemical & hazardous waste handling systemsAbility to interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, and engineering drawingsStrong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skillsPreferred qualifications:Experience in semiconductor manufacturing (fab environment)Familiarity with SiC or advanced materials manufacturing utilitiesKnowledge of SCADA/PLC systems and automation controlsExperience supporting fab startup or ramp (highly valued at Wolfspeed Marcy)Understanding of bulk chemical delivery and distribution systemsLean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experienceThis role may require additional duties and/or assignments as designated by management.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.The posted salary range is what Wolfspeed reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual pay for a hired applicant will be determined based on the individual's job-relevant qualifications, experience, and other determinative factors. In the event it is determined that a different job level upon hire is warranted then that range will be communicated to the hired applicant as soon as reasonably practicable.Compensation range: $93,000.00 - $128,000.00