Merck KGaA Posted August 15, 2026

Megasys Maintenance Technician

Austin, Texas, United States FULL_TIME
Manufacturing & CMC

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About this opportunity

Work Location:   Austin, Texas

Shift:  Yes

Department:  EL-ND-DWEGA Gas Maintenance Team 1

Recruiter:  Ashley Hennessy

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Your Role: 

MEGASYS® at EMD Electronics is seeking Gas Maintenance Technicians in Austin, TX.

MEGASYS® offers specialized services in managing gases, chemicals and slurries, where our technicians and engineers provide critical on-site support in semiconductor manufacturing environments.

In the MEGASYS® Maintenance Technician role, you will be performing daily maintenance on a variety of equipment that ensures consistent supply of chemicals and gases necessary for producing semiconductor chips used in various electronic devices. This position provides a challenging and rewarding opportunity for individuals eager to contribute to a dynamic and expanding business.

In this role, you will work full-time, ensuring 24/7 operations and handling periodic service calls during your shift. Your responsibilities include maintaining advanced gas and chemical blending equipment, chemical reprocessing, and life safety systems. You will perform repairs on distribution system equipment and address chemical system leaks. Collaborating with your team, you will focus on key performance metrics related to safety, quality, and productivity. Your work's reliability and accuracy will enhance team performance, and you'll provide high-level technical support during troubleshooting and maintenance activities.

Join us in delivering exceptional service and driving flawless execution. If you’re ready to embark on an exciting career in the semiconductor industry and are open to travel and mobility, we have opportunities available nationwide. We are seeking individuals who are adaptable and willing to travel, with potential relocation options for the right candidates. We would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct daily maintenance of chemical, gas, and slurry distribution systems

Write technical documentation for process development

Ensure accurate documentation of all activities performed

Read, interpret, and create Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)

Execute technical repairs on equipment

Physical Attributes:

75% of time walking throughout the facility (3-6 miles per day).

Climbing ladders up to 12 feet tall utilizing fall protection.

Lifting up to 40lbs.

Bending of the knees and reaching overhead.

Military Veterans:

MEGASYS® is a military-friendly employer that values the skills obtained through military teamwork.  Our culture and company value the leadership and focus on safety that is obtained from your service.  Veterans from any branch or MOS with hands-on mechanical skill sets are encouraged to apply.

Who You Are: 

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED

3+ years of industrial maintenance or trades (e.g. plumbing, welding, oil field work, etc.) work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Completion of trade/vocational school (e.g. Plumbing, Electrical, etc.) or Associate Degree in a technical discipline (e.g. Chemical Engineering, Automation Systems, etc.)

Proficiency with PLCs, to include troubleshooting

Extensive experience with startup and commissioning

Experience with installation and maintenance of plumbing systems

Experience in continuous improvement

Ability to read P&IDs and PFDs

Familiarity with gas and chemical delivery systems in ultra-high purity operations

Previous safe work practices and experience in lockout, tag out projects

Technical aptitude to identify parts needed for a repair

Strong overall mechanical aptitude

Ability to read gauges, understand units of measure and use precision measuring equipment

Understanding materials of construction and chemical compatibility

Proficient with MS Office Suite

Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills

Benefits with our team include:

Comprehensive, paid, on the job training program that allows our employees to quickly learn critical technical skills to excel in this role and rapidly progress in their careers.

Excellent benefits including a starting vacation allowance of 3 weeks, 6% 401k match programs and medical, dental and vision benefit coverage on day one of employment!

Tuition assistance program

Pay Range for this position: $24-$40/hour

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click  here .

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.  This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.

Job details

Seniority
Not listed
Function
Manufacturing & CMC
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Austin, Texas, United States
Employment type
FULL_TIME

How this role compares

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This roleSubject $24/hr – $40/hr (≈ $49,920–$83,200/yr)
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