Mechanical Project Engineering Discipline Lead

At Hemlock Semiconductor (HSC), we transform people’s lives by energizing and connecting our world through silicon technology. Since 1961, HSC has been a leading global provider of hyper-pure polysilicon, and is the only polysilicon manufacturer headquartered in the United States. HSC plays an essential role in the semiconductor and solar industries, with the vision of becoming the preferred supplier of silicon-enabled technologies to the low-carbon, digital world.

Our polysilicon is used to make computer chips – the “brains” behind the electronic devices we rely on to make our lives easier, safer and more enjoyable. HSC is just one of six major manufacturers in the world that makes polysilicon used to create semiconductor wafers. In fact, nearly all electronic devices in the world contain HSC polysilicon.

We’re also moving the world toward a greener future by supplying the rapidly growing solar power industry. HSC is committed to doing good for our local Michigan and global communities, relentlessly improving our operations to remove supply chain carbon emissions. The low embodied greenhouse gas emissions in our polysilicon materials facilitates the production of ultra low-carbon solar panels. These panels allow solar project developers and owners to lower the embodied carbon of their projects by up to 50 percent.

To achieve our goals, we draw on the talents of more than 1,350 employees and contractors. Our employees thrive in a culture that values teamwork, excellence, responsibility and customer focus. We recognize and value the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all of our people working together as One Team. At HSC, you belong to a team that is transforming our world.

High level summary of job

The Electrical/Instrumentation Project Engineering Discipline Lead is responsible for leading a team of discipline engineers and designers, providing technical direction, mentorship, and aiding in workload levelling.  This is an influential leadership position without direct reports.  

Discipline Leads are also individual contributors who act as engineers on capital projects. On large projects act as the lead discipline engineer, directing the work and tasks of others.  Discipline subject matter experts, understanding code requirements, industry best practices, and internal standards.

This role is accountable for all aspects of department performance including Safety & Environment, Quality, Reliability, Production, and Productivity.

Essential functions of the job

• Responsible to complete all items for successful project execution communicating scope, cost and schedule.
• Participate in C2 process with direct supervisor.
• Provide feedback on discipline engineers and designers to direct supervisor.
• Member of site NWGs and regulatory committees.
• Organizes training for the team members relevant to the discipline needs.
• Create and maintain team atmosphere with effective communication to complete projects.
• Maintain site engineering documentation systems which include record prints, engineering drawings, SAP maintenance system data (FL), and site P&ID drawing management.
• Owner of discipline HSC SSG’s.
• Provide technical expertise and personal responsibility to complete and sign off on tasks on the MOC form.
• Report and communicate to Project leaders in a timely fashion on all relevant project activities. This can be different based on each project execution plans.
• Time Confirmation entry in SAP.
• Monthly updating of resource management tools.

Additional Duties/Responsibilities

• Lead site NWGs and regulatory committees.
• Coordinate with team leaders on resource needs and workload distribution.
• Provide technical engineering assistance to the site regarding HSC specifications, governing codes, and their interpretations.
• Provide engineering assistance to address EXP action items, incident investigations, and site operational management systems.

Skills

• Influential management skills, written and oral communication, computer skills using Sharepoint, Windows, e-mail (Microsoft Outlook), word processing (Microsoft Word), spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel), relational database software (Access) and other computer/software skills as needed for effective time use and implementation activities.
• SME Discipline expertise
• Project planning and execution knowledge.

Education Requirements

• B.S. in electrical, mechanical, or chemical engineering aligned with the discipline

Work Experience

• 10+ years of work experience related to this position.

HSC is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at:

989.301.5333
or email your request to
G1HSC-HR@hscpoly.com
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Req No. 693