Hong Kong Microelectronics Research and Development Institute (MRDI) is established to seize the huge potential market for third-generation semiconductors and align with the national strategy for technological development.

The vision is for the MRDI to play a leading role in strengthening collaboration with the industry, academia, and research sectors, expediting the "1 to N" transformation of scientific research outcomes, promoting technological innovation, and assisting the industry in enhancing efficiency as well as achieving upgrading and transformation.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Engineer, Gases and Chemicals to join our semiconductor fabrication team.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with specialty gases (including toxic, corrosive and pyrophoric) cylinder operation.
• Conduct calibration and periodic testing of gas detection system (GMS), such as the operating principles of specialty gas detection systems, construction specifications, equipment operation specifications/processes, maintenance and upkeep, and the physicochemical properties of various substances.
• Be responsible for the planning of gas and chemical systems, including equipment selection, reviewing detailed drawings of gas and chemical systems, and strictly reviewing the quality issues of submitted materials and components.
• Be in charge of planning gas and chemical systems, which involves selecting equipment, reviewing detailed drawings of these systems, and carefully evaluating the quality of submitted materials and components.
• Be responsible for the operation and maintenance of gas and chemical supply systems, establishing and improving various regulations and safety operation manuals to ensure stable system operation, and responsible for organizing and analysing the usage of gas and chemicals.
• Perform fault analysis during daily operations and provide solutions for effectively preventing leaks and other unexpected situations, and familiarise with the emergency handling measures for special gases and chemical leaks.
• Be responsible for training new employees in professional skills.
• Act as a key member of emergency response team (ERT) during emergency situations, and work with safety team to resolve the problems.
• Maintain all systems at the optimal conditions to ensure the performance of those systems achieve highest operation standard.
• Keep all documentation and records of the system maintenance and formulate the correspondence Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) of the related works to facilitate ISO 9001 application and renewal.
• Participate in emergency response during emergency situations, and work with safety team to resolve the problem.
• Prepare yearly budget plan for maintenance and improvement work, conduct cost saving evaluation and execution.
• Perform administrative support and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

JOB REQUIREMENT

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or other related disciplines.
• Familiar with semiconductor industry vaporization systems and proficient in using related software tools with minimum 5 years’ relevant working experience.
• Have hands-on experience of gas cylinder replacements and chemical handling.
• Priority will be given to those holding a safety certificate and hazardous materials management certificate.
• Familiar with safety regulation or with experience of cleanroom operation have advantages.
• Willing to participate in factory operations with shifts duty.
• Willing to work overtime, good at communicating, and possess strong teamwork skills.
• Good command in English and Chinese (both Putonghua and Cantonese).

Note: Candidate with less experience will also be considered for junior position.

The initial employment contract spans 12 months and can be renewed with a longer tenure upon mutual agreement of the incumbent and MRDI. The incumbent will normally work five days a week. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. A gratuity of 15% of the salary will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the contract.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To apply, please submit the applications by 2 October 2025 . Please specify the present/ latest salary, expected salary, and the earliest date of availabilityin the CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application. MRDI reserves the right not to fill the position.

Information provided by applicants will be kept confidential and used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes only. MRDI will retain the personal data of unsuccessful applications for future recruitment purposes for 6 months.

MRDI is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.