Merck KGaA Posted August 29, 2026

Subject Matter Expert

Santa Clara, California, United States FULL_TIME
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About this opportunity

Work Location:   Santa Clara, California

Shift:

Department:  EL-ND-DWS Santa Clara Megasys

Recruiter:  Ashley Hennessy

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Your Role: 

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 Subject Matter Expert (SME) role, you will provide technical expertise and support to the Total Gas & Chemical Megasys (TGCM) Team and customer. This role ensures the safe and efficient operation of gas and chemical distribution systems, offering solutions and training to enhance customer service and operational effectiveness.

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 seek 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:

Train and develop technicians, evaluating performance and improving skills

Identify and implement technical solutions to improve equipment performance

Evaluate business operations and provide expert consultation

Develop and verify technical documentation, including user guides and training materials

Lead the development and implementation of technical solutions

Diagnose and resolve equipment alarms, supporting customer modifications as needed

Prepare and conduct onboarding and continuous training programs

 

Physical Attributes:

75% of walking throughout the facility (3-5 miles per day)

Climbing of ladders up to 12-foot-tall (utilizing fall protection)

Basic lifting (up to 40lbs)

Bending of the knees and overhead reaching

 

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

 

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

5+ years of experience in a semiconductor, chemical or other manufacturing setting

1+ years of experience with BCD/PCD and gas-related equipment

1+ years of experience with gas and/or chemical delivery systems in ultra-high purity operation

OR

Associate Degree in Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, or other technical discipline

2+ years of experience in a semiconductor, chemical or other manufacturing setting

1+ years of experience with BCD/PCD and gas-related equipment

1+ years of experience with gas and/or chemical delivery systems in ultra-high purity operation

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in a Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, or other technical discipline

5+ years of experience working in the semiconductor industry

Proficiency in MS Office Suite

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

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Pay range for this position: $35-$53/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
Santa Clara, California, United States
Employment type
FULL_TIME

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Manufacturing & CMC role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 2402 comparable Manufacturing & CMC roles across 163 biopharma companies.

2402Comparable roles tracked
2290Currently active
163Companies hiring similar roles
52Countries represented

Salary context

651 of 2402 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function. This posting doesn't list a seniority level, so peers aren't narrowed by seniority either -- the range below may span more levels than usual.

This roleSubject $35/hr – $53/hr (≈ $72,800–$110,240/yr)
Highest disclosed · Executive Director, CMC Regulatory Science · ModernaTX, Inc. $224,900/yr – $404,600/yr
Peer group range $0 – $314,750 (median $124,100)

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France91
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Associate131
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Principal92
Director82
Associate Director74
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Rare Disease2
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