BIM Engineer

TSMC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

TSMC Arizona seeks a BIM Engineer to design and optimize semiconductor FAB projects using BIM tools. You will create accurate 3D models, manage tool layouts, and verify on-site conditions against the federated model.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across global FAB expansions, ensuring compliance with regional standards and timelines while maintaining high QA/QC. International travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or related engineering field.
• 1–3 years modeling experience, or 1+ year in semiconductor construction.
• Proficiency with Autodesk BIM tools and coordination workflows.
• Willingness to travel internationally to support global projects.
• Strong collaboration and communication across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop precise 3D BIM models and manage tool layouts for new FAB designs.
• Conduct field observations and verify conditions against the 3D model.
• Assign facility ports to semiconductor tools and ensure alignment with specs.
• Coordinate across tool engineering, Facility, IT, and AMHS teams.
• Improve design workflows to reduce cycle times and QAQC issues.
• Support FAB projects in multiple regions and ensure compliance with standards.
• Track progress, identify issues, and elevate risks to leadership.
• Use Navisworks for clash detection and coordinate resolutions.
• Maintain detailed design documentation per project standards.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Bluebeam

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Navisworks

Bluebeam

Job description

At TSMC Arizona (“TSMC AZ”), brilliance can ignite a world of innovation and launch a promising future. The world’s most brilliant innovators entrust us to transform their ideas into world-changing products that impact millions of lives. As long as you have the same passion to pursue excellence, you will find your fit here. As a BIM Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing and optimizing semiconductor FAB projects through advanced Building Information Modeling (BIM) tools. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create precise 3D models, manage tool layouts, and ensure project compliance across TSMC’s global FAB expansions, including facilities in Taiwan, Japan, Europe, and other regions.

BIM Engineer Job Description

• Utilize advanced BIM software tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Bluebeam to develop accurate 3D models, manage spatial layouts for new FAB tool design, and manage space allocation for tools.
• Conduct field observations to assess construction readiness and verify on-site conditions against 3D federated model.
• Assign facility ports to semiconductor tools and ensure tool requirements align with project specifications.
• Coordinate effectively between various tool engineering modules, Facility engineers, (ISEP (Integrated Systems Engineering and Planning), IT, and AMHS (Automated Material Handling Systems).
• Continuously evaluate and refine design workflows to improve efficiency, reduce design cycle times, and maintain high quality of QAQC.
• Participate and support projects across FAB facilities in Taiwan, Japan, Europe, and any future TSMC global FAB expansions ensuring compliance with regional standards and cultural considerations.
• Track project progress, identify potential issues, and elevate concerns to the team leader or section manager as needed.
• Identify and mitigate risks within the project domain to ensure timely and successful outcomes.
• Use tools like Navisworks to perform clash detection and coordinate resolutions across disciplines, ensuring error-free construction documentation.
• Maintain accurate and detailed design documentation, adhering to project standards and best practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of modeling experience, or at least 1 year in semiconductor construction.
• Proficiency in auto-programming and Building Information Modeling (BIM) software including Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Bluebeam.
• Hands-on experience collaborating with engineers, construction teams, and stakeholders during the design and build phases.
• Must be willing and able to travel internationally as required to support global projects. This may include extended international assignments based on project needs. Flexibility to adapt to different time zones, cultures, and work environments is essential.
• Strong problem-solving skills, active learning attitude, and positive approach.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to facilitate collaboration across multidisciplinary teams (e.g., EE, Facility, ISEP, IT, AMHS).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Software engineering or Construction Management.
• Advanced skills in parametric modeling, clash detection, and project visualization using tools like Navisworks Manage, Dynamo for Revit, or other BIM plug-ins.
• Prior experience in semiconductor FAB design, high-technology facility development, or cleanroom environments.
• Ability to improve and optimize design workflows, including automation and process standardization across multiple projects and regions.
• Knowledge with building codes, standards, and best practices including international.
• Ability to communicate in Mandarin, German, and Japanese languages is a plus.

Work Location

5088 W. Innovation Circle, Phoenix, AZ 85083, candidates must be willing and able to work on-site at our Phoenix, Arizona facility.

Travel

International travel as required to support global projects. This may include extended international assignments based on project needs. Flexibility to adapt to different time zones, cultures, and work environments is essential.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans: Choose the options that best fit your and your family's needs.
• Income-Protection Programs: Financial assistance during injury or illness.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Secure your financial future with competitive employer contributions.
• Paid Time-Off Programs and Holidays: Recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.

By applying to this position, I acknowledge and agree that my application and qualifications may be considered for other roles within the company. However, I reserve the right to withdraw my consent for future consideration of other roles within the company at any time.

TSMC AZ is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If you need an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact [e-mail].

TSMC Arizona maintains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of TSMC AZ's pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate’s identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position’s location, educational background and a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations.