Austin, United States

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is one of the most advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities in the world and an integral part of Central Texas for more than 28 years, driving job generation, economic impact and engagement with the surrounding community.

Samsung Austin Semiconductor serves a global customer base with broad semiconductor process technology offerings that impact everyday life including mobile, graphic, consumer, networking/high performance computing, Internet of Things, RF and automotive. Through successful collaborations with foundry customers and a continuous drive to develop the most cutting-edge technologies, Samsung Austin Semiconductor has become a major player in the foundry market. Samsung Austin Semiconductor’s technology portfolio for the Austin campus ranges from 65nm to 28nm using planar transistor technology to the more advanced 14nm 3D FinFet technology.

Samsung has invested $18 billion in operating two fabs at the Austin, Texas campus on Parmer Lane, since 1996 -- making it one of the largest direct foreign investments in United States history. The Austin site consists of 2.76 million square feet and more than 600+ acres in land holdings. Samsung Austin Semiconductor’s economic impact in 2023 generated $15 billion into Austin’s economy through salaries and other expenditures.

In 2021, Samsung announced a new facility in Taylor, Texas, where it plans to invest a minimum $17 billion in the build-out. The site spans 1,200+ acres and the first phase of development will have 4.7 million square feet of floor space consisting of a cluster of semiconductor manufacturing buildings such as a fab, office, parking garage, central utility building, and special utility supply facilities. The Taylor facility will boost the production of semiconductor solutions that will power next-generation technologies in areas like 5G, artificial intelligence (AI) and high performance computing.

With more than 5,000 employees supporting both campuses, Samsung Austin Semiconductor is a premier and growing employer who provides a great place to work, is committed to environmental stewardship and being a good corporate citizenship. Our employees are the key to our success and we invest in our people with competitive compensation & benefit packages, career development opportunities and programs that enhance physical, emotional and intellectual well-being. Our employees work at the Austin campus located on Parmer Lane in northeast Austin and the construction campus in Taylor, Texas. Learn more at www.samsung.com/us/sas.

Job Summary/Overview

As a leading semiconductor manufacturing facility, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of sustainability, social responsibility, and corporate governance and are seeking a dedicated and experienced ESG professional to drive our efforts.

Specific Job Duties

Develop and implement an ESG strategy aligned with the company's overall business objectives.
Regularly engage with various semiconductor industry related consortia on sustainability initiatives and drive for continuous improvement related to ESG objectives.
Monitor and measure sustainability performance across multiple facilities on a continuous basis.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the company to implement innovative technologies that support the company’s ESG goals.
Complete routine reporting of company sustainability metrics to associates in headquarters and benchmark best practices at other Samsung subsidiaries.
Identify and secure environmental impact off-set opportunities (water mitigation, carbon credit, SEP’s etc.).
Assess evolving Environmental regulations and engage in rule development (IPCC, Greenhouse gas protocol, etc.).
Develop an accurate model of carbon, water, waste footprint for the site
Develop improvement projects/efforts with key stakeholders to achieve corporate sustainability goals
Prioritize project focus areas and secure budget for execution
Track project progress, validate improvements and update models
Serve as sustainability subject matter expert on environmental programs including air, water and waste
Establish and maintain effective communication channels to share ESG initiatives and progress.
Identify key issues relevant to the industry and ensure integration into business operations.
Implement monitoring mechanisms to identify, track and manage ESG-related opportunities and develop strategies to mitigate risks.

Education, Training, Certification(s) and Minimum years of experience required

Bachelor's of Science degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability or related field; advanced degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in ESG, sustainability, corporate social responsibility, or related fields, preferably within the semiconductor industry.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Software, and Tools:

Proven success in strategy and implementation of short and long-term ESG improvement initiatives.
Strong understanding of ESG frameworks, standards, and reporting requirements (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD).
Demonstrated commitment to ethical business practices and corporate citizenship.
Ability to lead collaborative teams.
Problem solver and critical thinker with a strong ability to influence others.
Capable of performing at a high level without direct day-to-day supervision.
Self-starter with the capability to develop subject matter expertise and willing to own and be accountable for projects.
Skilled at communicating with and persuading members of Executive Leadership within large corporations.
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead complex projects across all levels of the organization and bring different teams together to buy-in and achieve the company goals.
Strong presentation and communication skills.
Experience dealing with federal, state and local regulatory agencies.
Experience developing, managing and leading projects.
Outstanding computer skills to include Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint and database applications.
Demonstrated success on the job, as evidenced by satisfactory performance, acceptance of responsibility and growth in previous positions.
Ability to effectively manage time to create and manage multiple budget areas at once.
Ability to learn custom and internally developed software programs.
Reliable and punctual attendance is required.
Ability to work overtime / on non-scheduled days as required.

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Benefits

Samsung employees have access to benefits including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), onsite cafeteria, tuition assistance (after 6 months), paid time off, student loan program, wellness incentives, and many more. In addition, regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) are eligible for MBO bonus compensation, based on company, division, and individual performance.

U.S. Export Control

This position may require the ability to access information subject to U.S. export control restrictions. If the position requires it, applicants must have the ability to access export-controlled information or be eligible to receive a government authorization to access export-controlled information.

Trade Secrets

By submitting an application, you [applicant] agree[s] not to disclose to Samsung, or induce Samsung to use, any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to any current or previous employer or other person or entity.

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