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Equipment Engineer roles in semiconductor fabs, medical device manufacturers, and advanced manufacturing plants qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when tied to a relevant engineering degree. Australian engineers can secure sponsorship without entering a lottery, with two-year renewable status and no cap pressure slowing down your U.S. job search.
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Get Access To All JobsSr. Equipment Engineer (Mult. Pos.) - Job# 2461
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 Sr. Equipment 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. Multiple positions available.
Sr. Equipment Engineer - Brief Description
Improve tool performance and availability for diffusion, thin film, lithography or etching equipment in a clean room environment. Oversee the installation and qualification of new tool sets according to planned schedules, to add capacity in a timely manner.
Responsibilities:
- Solve critical equipment issues, improving tool uptime availability and utilization efficiency.
- Manage opportunities for hardware capability enhancement, driving defect reduction.
- Drive root causes and corrective action analysis on process escalations.
- Install and qualify new tool sets for the 5-nanometer or beyond equipment according to planned schedules and meet the process released standard.
- Serve as a main point of contact with cross-function engineers or vendors, and serve as a module liaison with facilities, vendor, and manufacturing shift personnel.
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
- Must have a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related field, plus 1 year of experience in an engineering role.
- Alternatively, company will accept a Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related field, plus 3 years of experience in an engineering role.
Technical Skills:
- Must have completed a full facility installation process of two TEL-VIGUS and Hitachi tool models.
- Must have one (1) year of experience in each of the following, which may be gained concurrently:
- Semiconductor manufacturing principles, practices and techniques as they relate to equipment engineering and maintenance.
- 5nm technology or beyond in logic chip semiconductor industry.
- At least 1 of the following: ALD; lithography; CVD; RTP; dry etching; or wet cleaning processing.
- Tokyo Electron Ltd (TEL)-VIGUS HC-CIP and TEL-VIGUS BSP tool models, and maintaining TEL tool models.
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 2461
Date: Apr 23, 2026
Country/Region: US
City: Phoenix
Company: TSMC Arizona
Nearest Major Market: Phoenix
Sr. Equipment Engineer (Mult. Pos.) - Job# 2461
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 Sr. Equipment 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. Multiple positions available.
Sr. Equipment Engineer - Brief Description
Improve tool performance and availability for diffusion, thin film, lithography or etching equipment in a clean room environment. Oversee the installation and qualification of new tool sets according to planned schedules, to add capacity in a timely manner.
Responsibilities:
- Solve critical equipment issues, improving tool uptime availability and utilization efficiency.
- Manage opportunities for hardware capability enhancement, driving defect reduction.
- Drive root causes and corrective action analysis on process escalations.
- Install and qualify new tool sets for the 5-nanometer or beyond equipment according to planned schedules and meet the process released standard.
- Serve as a main point of contact with cross-function engineers or vendors, and serve as a module liaison with facilities, vendor, and manufacturing shift personnel.
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
- Must have a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related field, plus 1 year of experience in an engineering role.
- Alternatively, company will accept a Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related field, plus 3 years of experience in an engineering role.
Technical Skills:
- Must have completed a full facility installation process of two TEL-VIGUS and Hitachi tool models.
- Must have one (1) year of experience in each of the following, which may be gained concurrently:
- Semiconductor manufacturing principles, practices and techniques as they relate to equipment engineering and maintenance.
- 5nm technology or beyond in logic chip semiconductor industry.
- At least 1 of the following: ALD; lithography; CVD; RTP; dry etching; or wet cleaning processing.
- Tokyo Electron Ltd (TEL)-VIGUS HC-CIP and TEL-VIGUS BSP tool models, and maintaining TEL tool models.
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 2461
Date: Apr 23, 2026
Country/Region: US
City: Phoenix
Company: TSMC Arizona
Nearest Major Market: Phoenix
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Equipment Engineer
Align your credentials to U.S. specialty occupation standards
Australian three-year engineering degrees are accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year bachelor's degrees for E-3 purposes. Get your transcripts evaluated by a NACES-approved credential evaluator before you start applying so employers don't stall on this step.
Target employers with active DOL LCA filings
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data for Equipment Engineer LCA filings to find companies already familiar with E-3 sponsorship. Fabs, contract manufacturers, and medtech firms file regularly and won't need hand-holding on the process.
Reframe the E-3 advantage in employer conversations
Many hiring managers conflate all work visas with H-1B lottery risk. Clarify upfront that the E-3 has no lottery, no per-country cap backlog for Australians, and that the employer's main obligation is filing a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before your consulate appointment.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to streamline your offer stage
Once you have an offer, the LCA and consulate paperwork need to move quickly. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles the entire process from LCA submission through consulate appointment preparation, so nothing stalls between verbal offer and visa stamp.
Secure a certified LCA before your consulate appointment
Your employer must file the LCA with the DOL and receive certification before you can attend your visa interview in Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth. DOL certifies most LCAs within seven business days, but your employer needs to initiate this before you book your appointment slot.
Address equipment-specific scope in your visa support letter
Consular officers assess whether your role genuinely requires a specialized degree. Your employer's support letter should detail the specific equipment platforms you'll work on, the engineering disciplines required, and why a generalist or technician-level hire can't perform the role.
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Find Equipment Engineer JobsEquipment Engineer E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Equipment Engineer jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Equipment Engineer roles where employers have active E-3 or LCA filing history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored an Australian before. Filter by role and location to find positions where sponsorship is already part of the hiring process.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Equipment Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, in most cases. Equipment Engineer positions at semiconductor manufacturers, medical device companies, and advanced manufacturing facilities routinely qualify because they require at minimum a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or materials engineering. Roles that could be performed by a technician without a degree may face additional scrutiny, so the employer support letter needs to clearly articulate the degree requirement.
How does the E-3 compare to H-1B for Australian Equipment Engineers?
The E-3 is significantly more practical for Australians. There's no lottery, no annual cap pressure, and no wait for a registration window. An employer can initiate your E-3 process any time of year, and you can be working in the U.S. within weeks of receiving an offer rather than waiting up to 18 months for an H-1B cap slot. The E-3 also renews indefinitely in two-year increments.
Can I switch Equipment Engineer employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new visa stamp if yours is tied to the previous employer. If you're already in the U.S., you can start working for the new employer once the new LCA is certified and you have a valid E-3 visa stamp. If your stamp has expired, you'll need to attend a consulate appointment in Australia before re-entering.
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