Wet Mechanical Operations Engineer

The US Expansion Construction team is responsible for the design and construction efforts for high-tech, large-scale projects for Micron in the US. Current projects include two high-volume manufacturing facilities in Boise, Idaho (ID1 and ID2) and a greenfield manufacturing facility in Clay, New York.

As the NY Wet Mechanical Systems Operations Engineer you will oversee the design, construction and commissioning of wet mechanical systems, including plumbing, HVAC hydronic systems and process piping for water-based systems for cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing facilities. You will manage Micron’s design and construction partners to ensure the project meets stringent specifications, performance standards and regulatory requirements from start to finish. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong project-management skills and effective collaboration with multiple stakeholders.

Upon completion of the construction and commissioning phase this role will transition to the NY operations engineering group where responsibilities shift to operational support and sustaining engineering activities.

• Oversee third-party design firms in the development of wet mechanical systems, including plumbing (e.g., domestic water, sanitary sewer), HVAC hydronic systems (e.g., chilled water, hot water, heat recovery water) and process piping for water-based systems.
• Review and validate third-party design deliverables such as P&IDs, equipment specifications and system layouts, ensuring compliance with project requirements and standards (e.g., ASME B31.1, UPC, IPC).
• Conduct technical evaluations of third-party designs, verifying performance metrics such as flow rates, pressure, thermal efficiency and system reliability.
• Collaborate with external design teams, contractors, vendors and internal stakeholders to align wet mechanical system designs with facility requirements and project timelines.
• Perform quality assurance and risk assessments on third-party designs, identifying and resolving issues related to constructability, efficiency or compliance with building codes and regulations.
• Ensure third-party designs integrate seamlessly with other facility systems such as UPW, chemical systems or gas systems using BIM tools for coordination.
• Oversee the implementation of safety and regulatory protocols for wet mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA and local codes (e.g., Idaho State Plumbing Code, International Mechanical Code).
• Collaborate with third-party quality teams to ensure construction meets final operational requirements.
• Oversee commissioning and testing phases by reviewing third-party design performance and coordinating with vendors for equipment validation and system startup.
• Utilize BIM tools (e.g., Revit, Navisworks) and control systems (e.g., PLC, SCADA) to verify design interoperability and ensure operational efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance to third-party designers, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and advancements in wet mechanical system technologies.
• Monitor project progress, manage design-related risks and ensure timely delivery of high-quality design deliverables.
• May require occasional travel to project sites, vendor facilities or third-party design offices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple design deliverables and deadlines.
• Relocation to project location is required; position is 100% on-site, no hybrid.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, environmental engineering or a related field. Advanced certifications such as PE, LEED AP or CPD are a plus.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in wet mechanical engineering, with at least 2 years overseeing third-party design or managing design processes for clean-room HVAC systems, HVAC hydronic or process exhaust systems.
• Strong knowledge of wet mechanical system design, including plumbing, HVAC hydronic systems (chilled/hot water) and process piping for water-based applications in industrial or high-tech facilities.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations such as ASME B31.1, UPC, IPC and ASHRAE standards.
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