Mgr. Facilities - Senior Electrical Engineer

Bold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, our ingenuity helps improve lives around the world by manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors that are essential ingredients of modern life. Automotive safety enhancements, life-saving medical devices, consumer electronics and American security require semiconductors. Working in our Minnesota headquarters, Florida, or Texas location — employees join together to improve the world.

Explore what’s possible. Joining our U.S. - based team means contributing to and learning about the commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen. We are turning “science fiction” into everyday reality through technologies such as superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, micro electro-mechanical systems and other emerging device topologies. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets, to name a few. Our customers include emerging leaders who rely on our intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services.

Step into the future. SkyWater’s values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset guide us to cultivate an empowered, learning environment. We also invest in developing highly skilled, dedicated employees — and employees who are entering the workforce for the first time, from the military, and a variety of educational backgrounds.

Are you bold thinking? Find your place on our team and help us change the world!

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Evaluate and design electrical systems and distribution for our semiconductor site.
• Work with local utility on electrical issues, rate changes, green power, grid improvements and maintenance.
• Monitor the site's electrical distribution for capacity, weaknesses, power factor, breaker coordination, load distribution, and other issues.
• Design for semiconductor fab tool installs and facilities equipment changes.
• Manage the site fire alarm system and code requirements.
• Work with Fab tool engineers and Facilities electricians to troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues/problems.
• Work with Electrical Contractors to maintain the sites transmission level substation, distribution switchgear, transformers, breaker, and electrical monitoring.
• Monitor and tracks our site electrical costs.
• Define energy savings opportunities for site.
• Manage electrical projects and other Facilities projects as needed.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline

Experience:

• 3-5 years of post-education experience in electrical engineering, specifically in high voltage system design, construction, and maintenance (e.g., roles involving power distribution in industrial facilities).

Core Skills:

• High Voltage System Design and Analysis: Proficiency in designing and analyzing electrical power systems, including high voltage (up to 230kV) distribution, transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, and substations. Ability to perform load calculations, short circuit studies, coordination studies, and arc flash analysis.
• Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Hands-on experience in preventive and corrective maintenance of high voltage equipment, including root cause analysis (RCA) for failures, troubleshooting variable speed drives (VSDs), and ensuring system reliability. Familiarity with uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), emergency generators, automatic transfer switches (ATS), and grounding systems.
• Compliance and Standards Knowledge: In-depth understanding of relevant codes and standards, including National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70E (electrical safety), IEEE, NETA (testing), SEMI standards (for semiconductor tools), and local regulations.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Prior experience in semiconductor, electric utility, or industrial processing environments.
• Willingness to work in varied conditions, including extended hours or awkward positions for maintenance tasks.

Skills:

• Auto Cad and Electrical Engineering program experience
• Problem-Solving and Analytical Thinking: Ability to conduct technical computations, data analysis, and statistical evaluations to resolve issues efficiently.
• Communication and Collaboration: Effective interpersonal skills for working with technicians, managers, subcontractors, and utility providers. Proficiency in technical writing, presenting ideas, and coordinating projects.
• Project Management: Skills in multi-tasking, prioritizing responsibilities, cost estimation, and directing work to meet deadlines while minimizing operational impacts.
• Self-Motivated: Capacity to work independently with minimal oversight, identify cost-saving opportunities, and lead improvements in maintenance practices.

SkyWater offers an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well other employee financial benefits including 401k match, life insurance and opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate.

Additionally, SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life. This includes benefit eligibility day one, medical, dental, mental health benefits, vision, legal planning, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site cafeteria, fitness facility, and self-serve market.

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