Supplier Quality Engineer (m/f/d)

Build Europe's semiconductor future with us!

European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC) GmbH is the joint venture between TSMC, Bosch, Infineon and NXP. For the first time, global technology leader TSMC is building a semiconductor fab in the heart of Europe, offering cutting-edge manufacturing technologies for next-generation semiconductor products. ESMC represents a shared commitment to strengthening the European semiconductor ecosystem.

For our future fab in Dresden, we are looking for a highly motivated and committed:

Supplier Quality Engineer (m/f/d)

Job Responsibilities

• Incoming Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain a stable statistical baseline for incoming materials and services to ensure local wafer quality aligns with our international mother fabs
• Supplier Quality Management: Conduct comprehensive supplier quality system assessments, onsite audits, risk management, and process change control (PCN) reviews
• Excursion Prevention: Utilize statistical process control (SPC) data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to proactively monitor supplier performance and prevent material deviations
• Collaborative Problem Solving: Lead cross-functional troubleshooting teams alongside suppliers and internal laboratory, facility and procurement departments to quickly resolve quality issues
• Cross-Border Alignment: Align requirements and share Best Known Methods (BKMs) across different time zones, communicating effectively with internal management and executive supplier representatives.
• Continuous Improvement: Build trust-based, professional relationships with suppliers to encourage proactive transparency and continuous quality improvements.

Your profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Material Science, Material Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related technical field.
• Up to 3 years of professional experience, ideally in the semiconductor industry or related high-tech sectors (e.g., photovoltaics, chemicals, pharmaceuticals)
• Familiarity with basic material quality management, statistical data analysis, or process change control
• High intercultural open-mindedness, strong initiative, and the confidence to communicate effectively with international teams and senior management
• Fluent in English (written and spoken) is required.
  Practical experience in semiconductor fabrication operations, process engineering, or physical/chemical laboratory analysis
• Familiarity with structured problem-solving methods (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys) and supplier auditing
• Willingness to go for training to Taiwan
• Basic conversational skills in German and/or Mandarin

Reasons to join ESMC

• Security & Perspective: A permanent employment contract and career advancement opportunities in one of Europe's leading semiconductors fabs.
• Company Pension Plan & Financial Benefits : We support your financial well-being with our robust company pension plan. As an ESMC employee, you also benefit directly from TSMC’s performance through an exclusive Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Relocation Support for Dresden : Moving for us? We’ll provide you with all the support you will need for your relocation and your start in Dresden.
• Training & Development: Depending on your position at the TSMC Newcomer Training Center, you gain a deeper understanding of the processes involved in operating complex semiconductor equipment through unique hands-on training, while you continuously expand your knowledge.
• Health & Well-Being: An annual budget for your health and well-being (e.g., for sports classes, massages, or relaxation) helps you stay fit.
• Meals & Transportation in Germany : Enjoy a daily meal allowance as well as a subsidized public transportation (e.g., for the Deutschlandticket).

About us

Each journey starts with a first step.
Joining ESMC at this early stage will provide you with the unique opportunity to actively shape the future of the fab in Dresden, boost your career and put your true potential to the test. You will be working in a fast paced, international startup environment whilst at the same time having access to the experience, talent, and resources of the largest and most advanced semiconductor manufacturer in the world, TSMC. You have ample opportunities to learn about TSMC Operations, Digital Transformation, and various advanced Facilities related topics, both in Taiwan and other sites around the world.
Behind the world’s most advanced technology are real people with real passion. Our success is fueled by our core values: Integrity, Commitment, Innovation and Customer Trust (ICIC).
We create a work environment that promotes diversity, ignites passion and enables you to reach your full potential.
At ESMC, we welcome applications from all people, regardless of race, ethnic origin, gender, religion or belief, disability, age or sexual identity.