Product Engineer (Yield & Quality)

TSMC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

TSMC Arizona is seeking a Product Design Engineer to drive early-stage design, yield optimization and root-cause analysis for 5‑nm devices in Phoenix, AZ. You will partner with cross‑functional teams to ensure robust product design, optimize yield and enable smooth tape‑outs.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Electrical Engineering, knowledge of CMOS device operation and semiconductor physics, plus strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Working knowledge of semiconductor physics and CMOS device operation preferred.
• Familiarity with digital circuit design preferred.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts clearly.
• Strong problem-solving skills and proactive learning ability.
• Willingness to travel and train in Taiwan for 6–9 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead team to identify root cause for N5/N4 chip performance / yield / quality issues.
• Analyze CP test bin / data log to identify failure mode.
• Electrical and physical failure analysis to locate suspect process stage.
• Collaborate with Fab integration or process teams to define corrective actions and solutions.
• Trace action implementation to verify effectiveness.
• Provide early-stage design support to ensure smooth tape-out and Si success.
• Conduct design rule reviews and assessments for robust product design.
• Perform layout review or DFM to enlarge manufacturing window.
• Characterize yield window and identify device sweet spots for best yield.

Skills

Semiconductor physics

CMOS device operation

Digital circuit design

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Active learning

Willingness to travel (Taiwan)

Education

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Product Design Engineer, Yield & Quality

At TSMC Arizona, 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.

TSMC Arizona is looking for Product Design Engineers to join our 5-nanometer fab, located in sunny Phoenix, Arizona. As a Product Engineer, you will demonstrate a strong sense of reliability and enthusiasm and will possess an attitude that embodies our core values – Integrity, Commitment, Innovation and Customer Trust.

TSMC Arizona’s Product Designer is responsible for early‑stage design, yield window performance, and identify root cause for chip performance.

Job Description

• Lead team to identify root cause for N5/N4 chip performance / yield / quality issues:
• Analyze CP test bin / data log to identify failure mode
• Electrical failure analysis and physical failure analysis to locate suspect process stage
• Work with Fab integration team or process team to define corrective actions / solutions
• Trace action implementation to verify effectiveness
• Product early‑stage design support to help product tape‑out smoothly and Si success:
• Design rule review & assessment for robust product design
• Layout review or DFM to enlarge manufacturing window
• Yield window characterization and device sweet spot identification for the best yield / performance process condition.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States and have:
• The ability to travel and train in Taiwan for 6 – 9 months
• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, required
• Working knowledge of semiconductor physics, CMOS device operation, and advanced semiconductor manufacturing is preferred
• Familiar with digital circuit design is preferred.
• Able to work within cross‑functional teams.
• Consistent problem‑solving skills, communication abilities, and active learning
• Able to work under pressure and mission orientation

Work Location: Phoenix, AZ

Training Location: Phoenix

Travel Percentage: As Required