Process Engineer - Photo

TSMC - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited; Washington; On-site; USD 87,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Health Insurance

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

TSMC Washington seeks a driven early-career semiconductor photo process engineer to support daily operations at our Camas, Washington campus. You will coordinate with our Taiwan HQ, assist in photolithography, and help sustain process performance through data-driven troubleshooting.

A Bachelor’s or Master’s in a relevant engineering field is required, with 0–2 years of related experience and US work authorization.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical, Electrical, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, or Physics.
• Experience: 0–2 years in semiconductor photo process engineering (internship or co-op valued).
• Technical: Familiarity with Poseidon fab system and JMP is a plus.
• Work authorization: All applicants must have legal US work authorization; no visa sponsorship provided.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with HQ in TSMC Taiwan.
• Understand photolithography process and mask operations.
• Sustain daily photo process production operations; troubleshoot tool issues; analyze data for decisions.
• Monitor SPC trends and support abnormal events; work on defect/yield improvement.
• Assist in new process development and transfer of products/technologies from HQ.
• Support tool release and process qualification.

Skills

Photo process eng 0-2y

Poseidon fab

JMP analysis

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Eng/Physics

Tools

Poseidon fab system

JMP

Job description

Join TSMC Washington and help power the future of global technology. As the world’s leading semiconductor foundry, TSMC partners with industry pioneers to drive advancements in critical sectors, including healthcare, automotive, and renewable energy. At our Washington facility, we unite precision manufacturing with a culture of continuous innovation. We are seeking driven professionals who share our commitment to integrity, excellence, and collaboration to join us in shaping the next generation of technology.

Responsibilities included but not limited to:

• Communication and coordination with HQ counterpart in TSMC Taiwan.
• Basic knowledge in photolithography process and understand of mask operations
• Sustain daily photo process production operation which includes but is not limited to
  • Trouble shooting basic tool issues and making decision based on effective data analysis
  • Process monitor for SPC trends and provide support for abnormal events
  • Ongoing defect./yield improvement cases
• New process development and transferring or new product/technologies and BKM from HQ
• New process qualification and tool release

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Materials Engineering, Chemistry, or Physics.
• Experience: 0–2 years of experience in semiconductor photo process engineering (internship or co-op experience is highly valued).
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with the Poseidon fab system and statistical analysis tools (such as JMP) is a plus.
• Work Authorization: All applicants must possess legal authorization to work in the United States. Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

To be eligible for employment at TSMC, candidates must successfully pass a background check and a drug screening. Please note, in compliance with Washington state regulations, the drug screen will not test for cannabis (marijuana) use.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.
• Initiative-driven with adaptable priorities and responsibilities to support business needs.
• Team player with leadership skills, able to multitask in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Goal-driven with experience in high-performing team cultures.
• Quick to assimilate new technology.
• Skilled in troubleshooting complex problems and addressing root causes.

Physical Requirement:

• Ability to spend majority of shift on feet, both walking and standing, with occasional sitting.
• Frequent coordinated use of hands.
• Lift and or carry up to 56 pounds.
• Pushing or pulling 66 pounds.
• Occasionally reach, bend forward while standing, or squat.Eligibility:

Work Location & Schedule

This position operates fully on-site at our campus in Camas, Washington. * Standard Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. * Flexibility: Candidates should have the flexibility to work additional hours as needed to meet business and project milestones.

Total Rewards & Compensation

At TSMC, your base salary is just one component of a highly competitive total rewards package designed to recognize your contributions. * Starting Salary Range: $87,000 to $106,764 per year (for new hires). * Full Position Range: $87,000 to $115,580 per year. Final compensation is determined by a variety of factors, including specialized skills, qualifications, education, experience, and internal equity. * Sign-On & Relocation: This position is eligible for both a Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance, subject to candidate qualifications and eligibility. * Additional Incentives: Our total compensation package also features performance-based profit sharing, incentive bonuses, and tuition assistance.

Comprehensive Benefits

We are committed to supporting the holistic well-being of our employees and their families by offering a robust benefits package:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, a dedicated employee wellness program, basic life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
• Financial Future: A 401(k) retirement plan with a competitive company match and an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Work-Life Balance: 12 paid holidays per year and 120 hours of accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) during your first year.
• On-Site Campus Amenities: Access to a fully equipped fitness center, an interactive game room, an on-site physical therapist, and a subsidized café offering high-quality meals for as low as $6 a day.

For inquiries or further details regarding our benefits package, please contact us [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

TSMC Washington, LLC is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Accommodation requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable employment laws.

TSMC Core Values

We invite talented individuals who share our vision to join us in shaping the future of technology. Our core values define our culture, drive our decisions, and guide our daily actions. We seek candidates who embody these principles:

• Integrity: We act with absolute honesty, honor our commitments, and deliver on our promises with humility.
• Commitment: We foster a mutually beneficial partnership between the company and our employees, aligning personal dedication with collective success.
• Innovation: The engine of our growth. We do not just generate ideas; we execute them to drive meaningful advancement.
• Customer Trust: We build deep, enduring partnerships, positioning ourselves as a reliable pillar of our customers’ long-term success.

To learn more about what drives us, please visit TSMC Core Values.