Product Design Analysis Technical Manager
TSMC Taiwan
Semiconductor Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees
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About the role
The manager will analyze layouts, debug circuits, and apply failure analysis methodologies to identify root causes and implement corrective actions. They will also interpret electrical and physical characterization data to drive process enhancements and improve yield.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a STEM field and possess 8-10 years of relevant experience. Expertise in layout analysis, circuit debugging, device physics, and TCAD simulation is required.
Full description
Company
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited
Location
Taiwan
Career Area
Quality and Reliability
Job Type
Manager / Executive
Employment Type
Regular
Posted
Jul 21, 2026
Established in 1987 and headquartered in Taiwan, TSMC pioneered the pure-play foundry business model with an exclusive focus on manufacturing its customers’ products. As of 2024, TSMC serves more than 500 customers and manufactures over 11,000 products for high-performance computing, smartphones, the Internet of Things (IoT), automotive, and digital consumer electronics. It is the world’s largest provider of logic ICs, with an annual capacity of over 17 million 12-inch equivalent wafers in 2025. TSMC operates fabs in Taiwan as well as manufacturing subsidiaries in Washington State, Japan and China, and the Company began construction on a specialty technology fab in Dresden, Germany, in 2024. In Arizona, TSMC is building three fabs, with the first starting 4nm production in 2025, the second by 2028, and the third by the end of the decade.
Job Responsibilities
1. Analyze layouts and debug circuits, including identifying design weaknesses and proposing optimization solutions.
2. Apply expertise in failure analysis techniques and methodologies to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
3. Interpret electrical and physical characterization data to drive process enhancements.
Job Qualifications
1. Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or other STEM-related disciplines.
2. Expertise in layout analysis and circuit debugging, including identifying design weaknesses and proposing optimization solutions.
3. Expertise in device physics, TCAD simulation, and semiconductor process modeling to enhance yield and reliability.
4. Proficiency in collaborating with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex design, testing, and fabrication issues.
5. Experience in using small data models to predict reliability failure modes.
6. At least 8-10 years of relevant work experience is preferred.
7. A proactive and accountable individual with a strong sense of curiosity who enjoys collaborating in a team environment.
TSMC Core Values
At TSMC, we invite talented individuals who share our vision and values to contribute to our continued success. Our core values are the foundation of our culture, guiding every decision and action. We seek applicants who deeply resonate with these principles and embody them in their work: • Integrity: Tell the truth. We do not brag. We do not make commitments lightly. Once we make a commitment, we devote ourselves completely to meeting that commitment.
- Commitment: Employees are dedicated to the company, view the company’s success as their own and work diligently to make their best contributions. As commitment is mutual, the Company strives to serve the best interests of its employees.
- Innovation: Innovation is the wellspring of the Company's growth. It means more than new ideas; it means putting ideas into practice.
- Customer Trust: We strive to build deep and enduring relationships with our customers, who trust and rely on us to be part of their success over the long term.
(For more details on TSMC’s Core Values, please visit：https://www.tsmc.com/english/aboutTSMC/values)
Fostering a global inclusive workplace reflects TSMC’s core values and business philosophy and is essential for our future success. Our commitment to global inclusive workplace allows us to create an environment where every employee, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, race, ethnicity, nationality, political affiliation, or sexual orientation, can bring their unique perspective and experiences to work, enabling us to drive profitability, increase productivity, and unleash innovation. We strive to create a workplace that is equitable and accessible to all employees. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where every employee feels valued and empowered to contribute to our mission and provide excellent service to our global customers.
