Process Engineer (m/f/d) - Start Date: 1 October 2026

ESMC; Dresden; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary lodging for first month

Organized transportation for training in Taiwan

Accommodation in company dormitories in Taiwan

Job summary

ESMC in Dresden is looking for a motivated Process Engineer to enhance semiconductor manufacturing processes in a cutting-edge facility. Responsibilities include designing experiments, collaborating with suppliers, and supporting high-volume production in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates should have a relevant engineering degree, hands-on skills, and be fluent in English; knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing is a plus. Additionally, a one-year training in Taiwan is required. Start date can be either 1 October 2026 or possibly 1 January 2027.

Qualifications

• Legally eligible to work in Germany.
• Available for approximately one year of on-the-job training in Taiwan.
• Open for scheduled and occasional shift work, on-call duty.
• Practical experience in a mechanical or equipment-related field.
• Understanding of technical documentation and schematics.
• Able to perform physical work on tools in a cleanroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments for optimizing manufacturing processes.
• Apply statistical process control methods.
• Qualify and sustain manufacturing processes for capacity expansion.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal partners to identify gaps.
• Drive continuous improvements in process stability and quality.
• Support manufacturing operations in a 24/7 environment.

Skills

Hands-on working attitude

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Fluent in English

Good command of German

Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing

Education

Degree in electronics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, mechanics, mechatronics, or material engineering

Job description

European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC) is a joint venture between four technology leaders—TSMC, Bosch, Infineon, and NXP—establishing a state‑of‑the‑art semiconductor fab in Dresden.

We are looking for a highly motivated and passionate Process Engineer (m/f/d) to help build the foundation of our future fab.

As a Process Engineer, you will establish, sustain, and continuously improve advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes. You will use data‑driven analysis and structured problem‑solving to optimize manufacturing performance and support stable high‑volume production in a 24/7 fab environment, focusing on tool performance, uptime, defect reduction, and stable production.

Interested? Apply now with your English CV.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design and execute experiments, interpret complex results, and derive actionable insights from data sets to optimize manufacturing processes and achieve precision control at atomic levels.
2. Apply statistical process control methods to establish and sustain robust and stable manufacturing processes.
3. Qualify and sustain manufacturing processes to support capacity expansion while maintaining speed, stability, and quality.
4. Collaborate effectively with equipment and material suppliers and internal engineering partners to identify technology gaps, process limitations, and improvement opportunities, and evaluate sustainable solutions.
5. Drive continuous improvements in process stability, capability, yield, productivity, quality, reliability, and safety.
6. Support manufacturing operations in a 24/7 high‑volume semiconductor manufacturing environment, including scheduled evening shifts, weekend support, on‑duty, and on‑call responsibilities based on business needs.

Job Qualifications

1. Legally eligible to work in Germany.
2. Available for approximately one year of on‑the‑job training in Taiwan.
3. Open for scheduled and occasional shift work, on‑call duty.
4. Degree in electronics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, mechanics, mechatronics, material engineering, or an equivalent field.
5. Practical experience in a mechanical or equipment‑related field.
6. Understanding of technical documentation and schematics.
7. Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing is a plus.
8. Fluent in English with good command of German.
9. Hands‑on working attitude with an open mindset.
10. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
11. Able to perform physical work on tools in a cleanroom environment.

Start Date: The role is planned to commence on 1 October 2026 in Dresden. Depending on your needs and timeline preferences, 1 January 2027 can be considered as an alternative start date.

Onboarding and International Training: The first month of employment will be spent in Dresden, followed by a one‑year on‑the‑job training and knowledge transfer program in Taiwan. The training will involve close collaboration with experienced TSMC engineering teams and may include additional training at TSMC’s Newcomer Training Center in Taichung.

Training Logistics: For employees requiring accommodation during the first month in Dresden and who reside more than 90 minutes away, ESMC will organize temporary lodging. ESMC will also organize and provide air and ground transportation from Dresden to Taichung (Taiwan) and back at the conclusion of the training. Accommodation in Taiwan will be provided in one of TSMC’s company dormitories.

We offer a unique opportunity to gain exposure to world‑leading advanced manufacturing practices and to actively contribute to building ESMC from the ground up. Candidates should be comfortable in a dynamic environment where processes, documentation, and shift structures continue to evolve during the ramp‑up phase.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

ESMC is an equal employment opportunity employer. ESMC provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, ethnic and national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.