Design Department Manager

TSMC; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

TSMC Arizona seeks a Design Department Manager to lead a multidisciplinary team of design engineers for the largest and most advanced semiconductor facilities in the United States. You will oversee projects from basis-of-design through permitting with AHJs and collaborate closely with the Construction team to address pre-construction issues and develop long-lead equipment strategies.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of semiconductor construction experience, strong leadership, and a proven track

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical)
• 10+ years proven expertise in managing complex engineering projects
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and AutoCAD
• Experience interfacing between Construction & Design teams
• Familiarity with local AHJs and code reviewers
• Strong communication skills
• Effective presentation skills
• Active listening abilities
• Demonstrated teamwork and leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Lead a large, multidisciplinary team of engineers and design professionals working on megaprojects.
• Orchestrate design and construction projects across Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Structural, and Water systems.
• Manage design activities from basis-of-design through the permitting process with AHJs.
• Lead coordination with the Construction team to address construction and pre-construction issues and drive commissioning activities.
• Help develop TSMC’s ecosystem of construction partners, EORs, AORs, vendors, suppliers, and design partners.
• Identify and resolve critical path bottlenecks, driving issues to completion and ensuring project milestones are met.
• Work through project costs and lead value engineering efforts to optimize budgets and timelines.
• Plan and execute safety and quality programs with construction partners to ensure compliance with standards.
• Drive long lead equipment requirements and awards in coordination with procurement teams.

Skills

10+ years of project leadership

Strong communication

Computer proficiency

Effective presentation

Active listening

Teamwork & leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical)

Tools

MS Office Suite

AutoCAD

Job description

A job at TSMC Arizona offers an opportunity to work at the most advanced semiconductor fab in the United States. TSMC Arizona’s first fab will operate it’s leading-edge semiconductor process technology (N4 process), starting production in the first half of 2025. The second fab will utilize its leading edge N3 and N2 process technology and be operational in 2028. The recently announced third fab will manufacture chips using 2nm or even more advanced process technology, with production starting by the end of the decade. America’s leading technology companies are ready to rely on TSMC Arizona for the next generations of chips that will power the digital future.

As the Design Department Manager for TSMC, you will lead a multidisciplinary team of design engineers responsible for creating the largest and most advanced semiconductor facilities in the United States. This vital leadership role requires deep expertise in mechanical, electrical, process, structural, or water systems and the ability to orchestrate complex design projects from initial basis-of-design through permitting with local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs). You will collaborate closely with TSMC's Construction team to address pre-construction and construction issues, develop long-lead equipment strategies, and troubleshoot critical path bottlenecks to ensure project milestones are met. Your contributions will be key to driving the development of TSMC’s design ecosystem, including EORs, AORs, and design partners, while maintaining cost efficiency and delivering value-engineered solutions.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Lead a large, multidisciplinary team of engineers and design professionals working on the largest and most advanced semiconductor facilities in the United States.
• Project Coordination: Orchestrate complex design and construction projects, ensuring seamless integration between design and construction teams across functional areas, including Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Structural, and Water systems.
• Design & Permitting: Manage and oversee design activities from the baseline basis-of-design through the permitting process with local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).
• Construction Management: Lead coordination efforts with TSMC’s Construction team to address construction and pre-construction issues and drive commissioning activities for all systems.
• Ecosystem Development: Help develop TSMC’s ecosystem of construction partners, EORs, AORs, vendors, suppliers, and design partners, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.
• Critical Path Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve critical path bottlenecks, driving issues to completion and ensuring project milestones are met.
• Cost Management: Work through project costs and lead value engineering efforts whenever necessary to optimize project budgets and timelines.
• Safety & Quality: Plan and execute TSMC’s safety and quality programs in collaboration with construction partners to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Equipment Procurement: Drive long lead equipment requirements and awards in coordination with procurement teams.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical).

Technical Skills

• 10+ years proven expertise in managing complex engineering projects.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and AutoCAD.
• Experience interfacing between Construction & Design teams.
• Familiarity with local AHJs and code reviewers.

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Effective presentation skills.
• Active listening abilities.
• Demonstrated teamwork and leadership skills.

Ideal Candidate

• Experience leading construction projects on a megaproject scale ($1B+).
• 10+ years of experience in semiconductor construction projects.
• Knowledge of commissioning processes and AHJ inspection protocols.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel as required.
• Ability to work in construction environments, requiring walking, standing, and occasional lifting.

Candidates must be willing and able to work on-site at our Phoenix Arizona facility.

As a valued member of the TSMC family, we place a significant focus on your health and well‑being. When you are at your best-physically, mentally, and financially-our company is at its best. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program that provides the resources you need to help you manage your health and achieve your goals across many areas of your life. This includes a variety of medical, dental and vision plan offerings you can choose from that best fit your and your family’s needs. Additionally, TSMC provides income‑protection programs to financially assist you should you experience an injury or illness, and a 401(k)-retirement savings plan to help you secure your financial future. TSMC also offers competitive paid time‑off programs and paid holidays allowing you to recharge and spend time with your family and loved ones.

Work Location

5088 W. Innovation Circle, Phoenix, AZ 85083

TSMC 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 we welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of this application process, please contact [e-mail].