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      If you have other options, do not look this way - Engineer TSMC Employee Review

      1.0
      Aug 5, 2024
      Engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
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      Pros

      The only pro to working here, is the pay. And that is only if you were lucky enough to get a high starting salary. If you didn’t, you’re out of luck as the promotion and merit process is extremely arbitrary.

      Cons

      Aside from the grueling working hours and extreme lack of flexibility, you are subjected to racism on a consistent basis. The Taiwanese “assignee” managers solely focus on hiring and promoting other Taiwanese employees. There have been several rumors that the managers view Americans as sub-par, and rate them on a scale from 1-10, 10 meaning what is the equivalent of a Taiwanese worker is, and 1 being a standard American employee. Whether it’s true or not I don’t know, but based on my experience here I would not be surprised. Circling back to the lack of flexibility, forget your personal life because you will not have one. If you value your health, spending time with family, and working for a company that upholds morality and values, do not work here.

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      TSMC Response
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      We do not tolerate racism at TSMC, and we take your allegations very seriously. We're committed to hiring the most qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, or other personal traits, and we have implemented a rigorous hiring program that ensures fairness and consistency in our hiring practices. As for work hours, we're still in the early stages of growth in Arizona and we're focused on ramping up as efficiently as possible. We do realize that at times, this requires longer workdays. We would like the opportunity to investigate your concerns further. Please reach out to p_tad@tsmc.com.

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      5.0
      Apr 27, 2026
      Process engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Stability despite layoffs across the semiconductor industry

      Cons

      Lower compensation than competitors. The fab in Washington works on less exciting science than the one in Arizona

      1.0
      Mar 4, 2026
      Equipment technician
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      TSMC looks good on a resume

      Cons

      My contract (through TSMC) was originally 6 months. Instead of hiring me on Full time, they have tacked on 3 90 day extensions, with a revolving door of expectations. They always change the goal at the last minute, and fail to communicate these changes until you find out that you are being extended. They do not allow personal phones past any of the security gates, and are extremely strict regarding anything they do. This includes sharing of basic information you need to do your job. Management is a joke, the allegations in the clase action going on are real. The cleanroom is hot as heck, and kept humid. They have two single drinking fountains that serve all 4 floors of the cleanroom. OSHA anyone? Prepare to only do PMs and make sure you are hydrated enough to spend 15 hours of your 13 hour shift in the cleanroom. Exposure to toxic chemicals and gasses is one open chamber and breath away, as PAPR and other proper PPE usage is rare. The number of people who have died on site or been injured here is abnormally high for this industry. Money, PM completion, and daily photos of trash you pick up in your module all come before safety. This company will not work with you when it matters, image and reputations are at the forefront of this political environment. Management has no effin clue on how to work in America.

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