Manufacturing Quality and Reliability Senior Engineer

TSMC - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited; Arizona; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

TSMC Arizona is seeking a Manufacturing Quality and Reliability Senior Engineer to lead device reliability initiatives for cutting-edge semiconductor processes (N4/N3/N2). You will define DPPM targets, assess reliability risks, drive improvements, and collaborate with internal teams and customers to ensure high-quality, dependable products.

The role requires advanced engineering degrees, experience in reliability testing, and proficiency in analysis tools.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Reliability, or related field with 1 year of MQ&R experience; or a Bachelor’s with 3 years MQ&R experience.
• Familiarity with reliability testing processes (TDDB, HCI, BTI, EM, SM) and ability to evaluate engineering changes.
• Strong written and verbal communication; proactive and accountable; able to handle fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Define DPPM targets for advanced technology processes and drive improvements.
• Perform reliability risk assessments for fab events using CP, DVS, HTOL, etc.
• Lead problem-solving using PDCA, 8D, and other structured methods.
• Review engineering changes for impact on quality and reliability.
• Collaborate with customers on reliability evaluations and test methods.
• Identify opportunities for manufacturing process improvements and accountability.

Skills

Reliability testing methods

PDCA/8D problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering/Related field

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Related field

Tools

4082

MPPT

Sagi

Excel VBA

Python

Job description

Manufacturing Quality and Reliability Senior Engineer

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 its 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 a Manufacturing Quality and Reliability Senior Engineer, you will lead efforts to ensure product quality and dependability for cutting-edge semiconductor technologies. In this role, you will define and achieve DPPM targets, assess reliability risks, solve technical challenges, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the highest standards are met. We are seeking an enthusiastic team member who demonstrates a strong sense of ownership and possesses an attitude that embodies our core values – I ntegrity, C ommitment, I nnovation, and C ustomer Trust.

Responsibilities

• Define DPPM Targets: Establish and monitor DPPM (defective parts per million) goals for advanced technology processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce DPPM.
• Perform Reliability Risk Assessments: Conduct product reliability risk assessments for fab events, including CP (control plan), DVS (dynamic voltage scaling), baking, HTOL (high-temperature operating life), and more.
• Execute Problem-Solving Processes: Utilize structured methodologies such as PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act), 8D, 3Leg/5Why, and KT (Kepner-Tregoe) to solve technical and analytical challenges.
• Evaluate Engineering Change Impacts: Review engineering changes to ensure adherence to procedures and evaluate their impact on product quality and reliability.
• Customer Communication: Collaborate with customers to discuss product reliability evaluations, test screening methods, and process reliability window assessments.
• Support Continuous Improvement: Actively identify opportunities for innovation, improvement, and accountability in manufacturing processes to achieve reliability goals.
• Cross Organization Teamwork: When fab events happen, host a discussion meeting to have cross team communication with fab sponsors define assessment plan and follow up, RA test resource arrangements, and schedule control.
• Project Lead: Own reliability improvement project, evaluate CIP split. To summarize RA result and conclude go / no-go.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

• Education and Experience:
  • Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Reliability, or a related field, with 1 year of experience in Manufacturing Quality and Reliability; or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Reliability, or a related field, with 3 year of experience in Manufacturing Quality and Reliability
• Technical Skills:
  • Familiarity with reliability testing processes such as TDDB (Time-Dependent Dielectric Breakdown), HCI (Hot Carrier Injection), BTI (Bias Temperature Instability), EM (Electromigration), and SM (Stress Migration).
  • Knowledge of tools such as 4082, MPPT, and Sagi, as well as programming experience in Excel VBA and Python.
  • Proven ability to evaluate and implement engineering changes while maintaining reliability standards.
• Interpersonal Skills:
  • Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with internal teams and external customers.
  • Proactive and innovative thinker with strong judgment and accountability.
  • Self-motivated and capable of handling pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to multitask and learn quickly while maintaining operational discipline.
• Training:
  • On-the-job training will be provided to ensure alignment with company standards and processes.

Shift:

• Standard work hours: Monday through Friday

Application Consideration Consent:

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.

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

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