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About the job

BOISE, Idaho, FusionIRX is seeking a Commissioning Lead SME – Process Chemicals to provide leadership, technical authority, and integrity-driven guidance on mission-critical projects. The successful candidate will ensure that chemical process systems — from ultrapure chemicals to specialty gases and liquid distribution networks — are designed, installed, tested, and validated to meet owner requirements, industry standards, and regulatory expectations. This role requires an expert who thrives in high-stakes environments, collaborates seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams, and consistently demonstrates honesty, transparency, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end commissioning process for process chemical systems , ensuring operational readiness, reliability, and safety.

Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for process chemicals, advising owners, design teams, and contractors on design intent, constructability, and performance verification.

Develop commissioning plans, protocols, and functional test procedures specific to chemical and specialty gas systems.

Oversee pre-functional checks, system start-up, integrated system testing, and final turnover documentation.

Validate compliance with industry codes, owner requirements, and EH&S standards (OSHA, SEMI, NFPA, ASME, etc.).

Provide technical leadership during troubleshooting, issue resolution, and risk mitigation.

Mentor and train commissioning engineers and junior staff, instilling technical excellence and FusionIRX’s ethical values.

Build and maintain trusted relationships with owners, EPCs, contractors, and third-party vendors through professionalism and integrity.

Contribute thought leadership to FusionIRX’s commissioning best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Process Engineering (Master’s preferred).

10+ years of relevant experience in commissioning and/or operations of process chemical systems within semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or advanced manufacturing environments.

Deep knowledge of process utility systems (UPW, bulk/specialty chemicals, slurry, waste treatment, gases).

Proven track record of commissioning leadership on complex, high-value industrial projects.

Strong familiarity with industry standards and regulatory codes (SEMI, OSHA PSM, NFPA, ASME).

Exceptional communication and documentation skills, with the ability to lead diverse teams with integrity.

Professional Engineering (PE) license and/or Commissioning Certification (e.g., CxA, QCxP) strongly preferred.

Demonstrated commitment to safety, ethics, and client-first values .

What FusionIRX Offers

A values-driven culture where integrity, excellence, and accountability guide every decision.

Opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and infrastructure.

Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team environment.

The ability to make a lasting impact as part of an organization recognized for delivering results with honesty and professionalism.