UPW / Water Systems Operations Engineer

micron· 3020 Micron New York Semiconductor Manufacturing LLC​
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📍 Syracuse, NY - Downtown OfficeFull time💰 USD 89K–151K

About this role

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

The US Expansion Construction team leads the design and delivery of some of the most advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities in the United States, including Micron’s projects in Boise, Idaho and Clay, New York. We work closely with engineering, construction, and operations partners to build highly reliable infrastructure that enables world-class manufacturing while fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
As an UPW/Water Systems Operations Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring ultra-pure water and industrial water systems are designed, constructed, commissioned, and transitioned into operation successfully. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers, influence critical facility systems, and help deliver one of the most significant semiconductor expansion projects in the country.
Responsibilities:
  • Oversee third-party design partners developing UPW, water reclamation, pretreatment, reverse osmosis, degasification, and distribution systems
  • Review and validate P&IDs, equipment specifications, system layouts, and engineering deliverables for compliance with project, environmental, and regulatory requirements
  • Collaborate with design teams, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to align system designs with facility objectives, schedules, and performance targets
  • Support construction, commissioning, testing, startup, and system validation activities, including coordination of PLC, SCADA, and BIM-enabled workflows
  • Perform technical evaluations, risk assessments, and issue resolution to ensure system reliability, constructability, and operational readiness
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • Experience in UPW or industrial water systems engineering, including responsibility for third-party design oversight or management of treatment system design processes
  • Knowledge of high-purity water system design, material selection, passivation requirements, filtration, biological treatment, and hazardous waste management
  • Familiarity with SEMI standards, ASME/BPE high-purity piping requirements, the Clean Water Act, and applicable environmental regulations
  • Proficiency reviewing engineering documents and models using tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, or Navisworks, with strong project management and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified High Purity Water Specialist certification
  • Experience supporting semiconductor, pharmaceutical, data center, or other high-reliability facilities with complex wet mechanical systems
  • Knowledge of sustainable design practices, including water conservation strategies and energy-efficient utility systems
  • Experience with BIM coordination, clash detection, and integration of PLC/SCADA control systems into facility infrastructure
  • Experience and/or interest in developing Agentic AI workflows to improve engineering processes and team productivity

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:

$89,000.00 - $151,000.00 a year

Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. 

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future.  We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget.  Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave.  Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays.  For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the UPW / Water Systems Operations Engineer role at micron?
The listed salary for this UPW / Water Systems Operations Engineer position at micron is USD 89K–151K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the UPW / Water Systems Operations Engineer position at micron located?
This UPW / Water Systems Operations Engineer role at micron is based in Syracuse, NY - Downtown Office. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the UPW / Water Systems Operations Engineer role at micron full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a UPW / Water Systems Operations Engineer role in the 3020 Micron New York Semiconductor Manufacturing LLC​ department at micron.
Which team or department does the UPW / Water Systems Operations Engineer at micron belong to?
This UPW / Water Systems Operations Engineer position is part of the 3020 Micron New York Semiconductor Manufacturing LLC​ department at micron. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the UPW / Water Systems Operations Engineer job at micron posted?
This UPW / Water Systems Operations Engineer position at micron was posted on Aug 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
UPW / Water Systems Operations Engineer
micron · 💰 USD 89K–151K
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