Long working hour in general with high pressure - Principal Process Engineer TSMC Employee Review

3.0
Mar 13, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

The salary here is higher than most of the Tech companies in Taiwan. In Taiwan, if you have a Eng degree but not a CS or EE major, this probably is the best place that you can find for good salary (As most of the companies in Taiwan/Asia + Tech company have long working hour, why not seeking for a better pay)

Cons

Nonsense salary structure. Bonus takes up 2/3 of your salary (Even more for top managers). It makes sense for the management as it provides flexibility on labor cost when the company is facing a downturn, but not for the employees. I heard that a salary structure with a higher base is provided to employees in AZ, which is nice. High pressure and Taiwanese-style management style is absolutely a minus, especially for people that want a better work-life balance

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5.0
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Pros

good environement with experienced people

Cons

the buildiing was too hot

1.0
Jul 10, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Nothing to note of pros except for 2.5x pay on holidays.

Cons

Horrible work culture, 13 hour shifts (they said it would be 12 but it varies on department), training lacks depth and true mentorship. Employees with higher seniority can say anything they want (like curse in your face and say serious insults about your ability while taking no accountability for their training). If you work OT they hate it and will get on you for it. If you leave the workplace because your shift is over but other technicians are still working on tools— you are expected to stay even if it drives you into OT. Everything about their structure is set up for a lose-lose situation. Many other cons.

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