Senior Mechanical Engineer Job# 2738

TSMC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

TSMC Arizona is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design, build and operate ultra-clean production environments for advanced fab processes. You’ll manage exhaust, scrubber and oxidizer systems, ensure precise HVAC and thermal management, and work with project teams on large-scale designs.

On-site atour Phoenix facility, you’ll contribute to the next generation of chip technology. The role requires a Master’s degree or equivalent in engineering or 3+ years of related experience with strong

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field with 1 year of experience.
• Alternatively, Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of experience in engineering.
• Experience in mechanical design and/or system design.
• Familiarity with HVAC, building codes, and ASHRAE/IBC/IECC/IMC/IPC is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and operate general exhaust units, wet scrubbers, thermal oxidizers, and local process air abatement units.
• Collaborate with design or project management on large-scale designs and projects.
• Conduct construction administration and site observations.
• Run daily system operation and data analysis.
• Monitor utilities distribution including power, steam, gas, water and instrumentation.
• Provide routine maintenance and troubleshooting.

Skills

Mechanical design

HVAC

GD&T

FEA modeling

C/C++ or scripting

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Bachelor’s degree + 3 years experience

Tools

Creo 3D CAD

AutoCAD

MATLAB

COMSOL

Solidworks

Job description

Statement About Position/company

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.

Job Title

Senior Mechanical Engineer #2738

Statement About Position/company

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.

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Brief Description

Design, build and operate a cleanroom, including air flow control, temperature and humidity control, and air molecules monitoring and control in order to provide an ultra-clean environment for 5nm and beyond fab production. Design, build and operate chilled water systems including chillers, cooling towers, heat exchangers, rotating equipment (motors, fans) and water-cooled air handling units.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and operate general exhaust units, wet scrubbing unit, thermal oxidizer units, and local process air abatement units.
• Work with design or project management organizations on large-scale designs and projects.
• Conduct construction administration and site observations.
• Run daily system operation and operation data analysis.
• Monitor and manage utilities distribution, including power, steam, natural gas, water, compressed gases, instrumentation and control.
• Provide routine system preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• Must have a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, and one year of experience in an engineering role.
• Alternatively, company will accept a Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, and three years of experience in an engineering role.

Technical Skills

• Must have one year of experience in each of the following:
  • At least 1 of the following: mechanical component, tooling design, or machine design.
  • At least 1 of the following: semiconductor capital equipment; wet clean semiconductor equipment; control systems; FEA modeling; vacuum deposition; Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) selection and integration; or Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Experience in the mechanical and/or system design involving at least 2 of the following: heat transfer; thermal management and fluid mechanics design; heat and thermal conventional manufacturing techniques; thermodynamics; kinematics; fluid dynamics; vibrations; material properties; or stress and strain.
  • At least 3 of the following: HVAC, plumbing and building codes, ASHRAE, IBC, IECC, IMC, or IPC.
  • At least 2 of the following software: C; C++; Creo 3D CAD; Pro-E; AutoCAD; MATLAB; COMSOL or equivalent; Solidworks; Microsoft Project.

Physical Requirements

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

Standard Work Hours

40 hrs/week, Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Work Location

5088 W. Innovation Circle, Phoenix, AZ 85083

• This includes a variety of medical, dental, and vision plan offerings you can choose from that best fit you 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.

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] . Requisition 2738