Virginia Tech · 2 months ago
Cleanroom Mechanical Systems Engineer - Senior Technician
Blacksburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelVirginia Tech is a leading global research institution dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The successful candidate will maintain and enhance the cleanroom facility, providing technical expertise in servicing and maintaining mechanical, vacuum, and gas delivery systems, while also supporting research needs and training users.
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Responsibilities
Maintain and enhance the cleanroom facility
Provide advanced, hands-on technical expertise in servicing, repairing, and maintaining the complex mechanical, vacuum, and gas delivery systems
Diagnose and troubleshoot complex equipment issues
Adapt tools and techniques to meet specialized research needs
Maintain detailed service records
Ensure strict compliance with all safety protocols
Provide expert guidance and training on equipment to faculty, staff, and students
Provide oversight for junior technicians or student workers
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a closely related field is required
Considerable hands-on experience working within a cleanroom environment, with a demonstrated focus on the maintenance and repair of semiconductor process tools and associated mechanical systems. This must include direct, demonstrable experience in the following areas: Gas Delivery Systems: Working with high-purity, toxic, flammable, and inert gas delivery infrastructure; Vacuum Systems: Maintaining and troubleshooting a wide array of vacuum pumps, including dry, wet, turbo, cryo, and roots blowers; Cleanroom Infrastructure: Supporting cleanroom-specific Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems and ultrapure water systems
Robust understanding of fundamental cleanroom principles, including: International Organization for Standardization (ISO) classifications and contamination control protocols
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for diagnosing complex equipment malfunctions
Practical experience with electrical and plumbing systems is highly desirable
Familiarity with the mechanical aspects of semiconductor processing equipment is a significant advantage
Comprehensive knowledge of cleanroom safety protocols and best practices for the safe handling of hazardous materials, including chemicals, compressed gases, and vacuum hazards. Familiarity with relevant safety regulations and standards is expected
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork abilities to interact effectively with researchers, faculty, and staff from diverse technical backgrounds
Proficiency in documenting procedures and providing clear guidance to users is required
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a closely related field
Direct experience in a university research facility or a similar multi-user Research and Development (R&D) environment
Experience providing technical training, serving as a lead worker, or supervising junior technicians and students
Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) or similar equipment inventory and service tracking software
Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) for monitoring and controlling cleanroom environmental conditions
Project management experience related to facility upgrades or the installation of complex capital equipment
Experience managing vendor relationships and service contracts
Company
Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech is a public research university that offers a range of academic programs and conducts research across various fields.
Founded in 1872
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$24.09MKey Investors
Virginia Innovation Partnership CorporationNational Institute of Food and AgricultureAppalachian Regional Commission
2025-01-16Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.59M
2024-02-15Grant· $0.45M
Leadership Team
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Steven McKnight
Vice President for Strategic Alliances
David Raymond
Associate Vice President for Security and Identity
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