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TSMC · 1 month ago

Principal Engineer, Exploratory Materials and Devices Research (6742)

positionSan Jose, CA
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$125K/yr - $180K/yr

TSMC is a leading dedicated semiconductor foundry, committed to advancing semiconductor manufacturing innovations. As a Principal Engineer, you will engage in hands-on research to develop processes for exploratory materials and devices, collaborating closely with device engineers and conducting experiments.

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Responsibilities

Seeking world-class researcher to develop processes for exploratory materials & devices
Work closely with device engineers to achieve performance targets
Drive university and consortia collaboration on topics relevant to the job assignment
Periodic reporting and internal communication of work
Perform hands-on experiments both on-site and at off-site locations

Qualification

PhD in relevant fieldProcess developmentMaterials depositionCharacterization methodsSelective-area chemistryAI/ML for process discoveryResearch equipment setupCommunicationCollaboration skillsIndependent work

Required

PhD degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar
Hands-on experience developing advance processes for materials deposition and etching recipes
Experience with characterization methods and data analysis
Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Preferred

Hands-on experience in an industrial environment involving lab work
Using AI/ML to enhance process discovery
Experience in setting up research equipment and programming on tool control and data collection
World-class publication track record and excellent communication skills

Benefits

Market competitive pay
Allowances
Bonuses
Comprehensive benefits
Extensive development opportunities and programs

Company

TSMC

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Established in 1987, TSMC is the world's first dedicated semiconductor foundry.
dateFounded in 1987
location
Hsinchu, T'ai-wan, TWN
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.tsmc.com

H1B Sponsorship

TSMC has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (49)
2024 (27)
2023 (30)
2022 (17)
2021 (31)
2020 (35)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$14.2B
Key Investors
U.S. Department of CommerceBerkshire Hathaway
2024-04-08Grant· $6.6B
2024-01-01Acquired
2022-09-30Post Ipo Equity· $4.1B

Leadership Team

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Morris Chang
Founder, Chairman & CEO
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Peter M. Cleveland
Senior Vice President
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