Facility Instrumentation & Controls Technician, Texas Institute for Electronics Full-time

Facility Instrumentation & Controls Technician

The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, preeminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth.

Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing.

With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we're at the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America's Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city's innovative spirit.

UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers, provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include:

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

Must be eligible to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.

Purpose

The Texas Institute for Electronics is looking for an Instrumentation and Controls Technician to support the startup and operation of a semiconductor manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, and maintain sensors, transducers, transmitters, and control systems across facilities equipment in a semiconductor manufacturing facility.
• Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and control systems including PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA interfaces. Perform routine and preventive maintenance on control systems to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.
• Support the integration of new instrumentation devices and controls methodologies into existing facility systems, including air handlers, water, waste, chemical, gas, and similar fab facility systems. Assist in the design and implementation of control strategies for facility systems and processes for a semiconductor manufacturing facility.
• Configure and tune PID control loops for temperature, pressure, flow, and other process variables.
• Monitor system performance and analyze data to identify inefficiencies or potential failures.
• Collaborate with facility engineers, technicians, and fab personnel to optimize equipment performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain detailed documentation of instrumentation configurations, wiring diagrams, and maintenance logs.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and industry standards for cleanroom and high-tech manufacturing environments. Provide technical training and support to operations and maintenance personnel.
• Participate in commissioning and startup activities for new and existing facility systems.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree or technical certification in Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in instrumentation and controls, preferably in semiconductor or advanced manufacturing.
• Proficiency with instrumentation troubleshooting, industrial networking, and control system integration.
• Familiarity with cleanroom protocols and semiconductor fabrication processes.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to interpret schematics and technical manuals.
• Experience with data acquisition systems and industrial automation platforms.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Electrician
• 5+ Years relevant experience
• PLC Programming experience

Salary Range

TIE pays industry-competitive salaries.

Working Conditions

• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
• May work in all weather conditions
• May work in extreme temperatures
• May work around chemical fumes
• May work around standard office conditions
• May work around chemicals
• May work around electrical and mechanical hazards
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity (ex: using a mouse)
• Climbing of stairs
• Climbing of ladders
• Lifting and moving 25 pounds

Work Shift

• Monday – Friday 8-5
• Occasional nights or weekends required as needed to support onsite issues or troubleshooting

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest