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Principal Process Engineer - Nano Diffusion #3848
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Principal Process Engineer - Nano Diffusion #3848
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.
As a Principal Process Engineer - Nano Diffusion, 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. Multiple positions available.
Principal Process Engineer - Nano Diffusion - Brief Description
Lead the design and execution of experiments, interpreting and extracting insightful results from complex data sets to optimize the manufacturing process and achieve precision control at atomic levels. Work closely with other innovators in device, integration, defect reduction, lithography, etch and thin films teams to drive leading-edge integrated module development, control, and improvements to resolve issues or specific requests from TSMC’s customers.
Responsibilities:
- Apply statistics process control methods to establish and sustain a robust manufacturing process.
- Supervise the installation and maintenance of manufacturing equipment to expand capacity with punctuation and quality.
- Collaborate effectively with equipment and material suppliers and partners to identify technology gaps and deficiencies; devise, evaluate and qualify mitigation and continuous improvement solutions.
- Review and support the work of Process Engineers.
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
- Must have a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or a related field and 3 years of engineering experience.
- Alternatively, will accept a Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or a related field and 5 years of postbaccalaureate, progressive engineering experience.
Technical Skills:
- Must have 2 years of experience with semiconductor process engineering.
- Must have 2 years of experience in at least 2 of the following: Design of Experiment (DOE); statistical process control; or statistical methods for modeling multivariate data sets.
- Must have 2 years of experience in at least 2 of the following metrology used in semiconductor processing: Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM); Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM); Critical Dimension SEM (CD-SEM); Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS); Focused Ion Beam (FIB); Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM); X-ray Diffraction (XRD); Emission Spectroscopy; Raman Spectroscopy; Spectroscopic Ellipsometry; Quartz PCI; or Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FT-IR).
- Must have 2 years of experience in at least 3 of the following: wafer cross section techniques; wafer fabrication processes; ion transport phenomena; dynamic random-access memory (DRAM); plasma etching; plasma simulation; semiconductor thin film deposition; Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD); 3D NAND Flash; Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD); or Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition (PECVD).
- Must have 1 year of experience leading projects and providing career and performance feedback to junior engineers and technicians.
- Must have 1 year of experience in semiconductor 28nm-4nm tech node ion implant technology transfer and production line setup experience.
- Must have 1 year of experience with implant dose measurement equipment installation, qualification, and maintenance capabilities.
- Must have 1 year of experience in managing semiconductor process material costs, usage control, and 2nd source CIP evaluation.
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.
As a valued member of the TSMC family, we place a significant focus on your health and well-being. When you are at your best—physically, mentally, and financially—our company is at its best. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program that provides the resources you need to help you manage your health and achieve your goals across many areas of your life. 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.
Work Location:
5088 W. Innovation Circle, Phoenix, AZ 85083
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 P_LOA@tsmc.com. Requisition 3848
Date: May 7, 2026
Country/Region: US
City: Phoenix
Company: TSMC Arizona
Nearest Major Market: Phoenix
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Align your degree to USMCA profession categories
TN eligibility depends on your job title mapping to a recognized USMCA profession, not just your degree field. For TSMC roles, confirm your engineering or scientific discipline appears on the USMCA professions list before applying, or your offer letter won't support TN admission.
Target TSMC's fab and process engineering teams
TSMC's U.S. expansion in Arizona has driven demand for process, equipment, and integration engineers. These roles align cleanly with USMCA engineer categories. Focusing your application on fab operations or process development increases your odds of landing a TN-eligible position at TSMC.
Verify your wage against OFLC Wage Search before negotiating
TSMC's offer letter must reflect a wage appropriate for your role and location, even though TN doesn't require a formal prevailing wage certification. Cross-check your offer against OFLC Wage Search for your occupation and metro area before accepting, so nothing delays your border admission.
Prepare credential documents for border inspection
Canadian nationals present their TN package directly at a port of entry, not a consulate. Bring your TSMC offer letter, degree transcripts, and any professional licenses in a single organized packet. CBP officers at land borders and airports make the admission decision on the spot, so completeness matters.
Use Migrate Mate to confirm TSMC's TN hiring history
Before reaching out to TSMC recruiters, use Migrate Mate to review the company's TN-related hiring patterns by role and department. That context helps you frame your application around the job families where TN admission has worked historically, rather than guessing which teams are receptive.
Request a role-specific offer letter, not a generic one
TSMC's HR teams sometimes issue standard offer letters not tailored to TN requirements. Ask your recruiter to include your specific job title, degree requirement for the role, and the USMCA profession category it maps to. A generic letter risks a CBP officer requesting additional documentation at the border.
TSMC TN Visa Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does TSMC sponsor TN visas?
TSMC supports TN admission for Canadian and Mexican nationals by issuing offer letters that document the role, required qualifications, and employment terms. Because TN is a treaty-based status under USMCA, TSMC doesn't file a petition with USCIS. The worker presents the offer letter and supporting credentials directly at a port of entry or U.S. consulate.
Which roles at TSMC are typically eligible for TN status?
TSMC most commonly hires TN professionals into engineering disciplines, process, equipment, integration, and yield engineering, along with scientific and computer-related roles. These map to recognized USMCA profession categories. Roles in general operations or management that lack a degree requirement tied to a USMCA-listed profession are generally not eligible for TN admission.
How do I start the TN process after receiving a TSMC offer?
Once TSMC issues your offer letter, you prepare your TN package: the letter, proof of citizenship, and credentials demonstrating your degree in the relevant field. Canadian nationals present this at a U.S. port of entry. Mexican nationals apply at a U.S. consulate. TSMC's HR team typically coordinates the offer letter details, but the admission decision rests with CBP or a consular officer.
How long does TN admission take for a TSMC position?
Canadian nationals can receive TN admission the same day at a land border or airport, making it one of the fastest U.S. work authorization pathways. Mexican nationals face longer consulate wait times depending on the post. TN status is granted in three-year increments and can be renewed indefinitely as long as you remain in a qualifying role at TSMC.
How do I find open TN-eligible jobs at TSMC?
Migrate Mate lists TSMC positions filtered for TN-eligible roles, so you can identify openings where the job title and degree requirement align with USMCA profession categories before applying. Cross-reference any role you're considering against the USMCA professions list and review the O*NET occupation profile to confirm the standard educational requirement matches your credentials.
How does TN visa admission work at TSMC?
TN status is granted under the USMCA treaty — there is no USCIS petition or Labor Condition Application required. Canadian citizens can apply directly at a U.S. port of entry with an offer letter from TSMC, while Mexican citizens must first obtain a TN visa at a U.S. consulate. The role must match one of the professions listed in USMCA Appendix 1603.D.1. Migrate Mate filters TN job listings to roles that fall within the eligible profession list.