Metrology Quality Engineer (m/f/d) - January 2027

Dresden, Training in Taiwan

Full-time

Permanent employee

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:

Metrology Quality Engineer (m/f/d)

Are you passionate about turning complex production data into robust manufacturing stability? As a Metrology Quality Engineer (m/f/d) for Statistical Process Control (SPC) at ESMC, you will be at the heart of our quality defense team in Dresden.

You will take ownership of the quality, calibration, and tool matching of inline metrology systems (such as OCD, CDSEM, and Overlay). Simultaneously, you will drive our SPC system enhancements to predict manufacturing risks, analyze data trends, and prevent process deviations.

This role is a unique opportunity to combine physical engineering with advanced statistical analysis in a brand-new, state-of-the-art semiconductor fab.

Job Responsibilities

Metrology Quality Assurance: Oversee the performance and accuracy of critical inline metrology tools (including CDSEM, OCD, and Overlay) to ensure stable process measurement
Tool Performance Matching: Develop, implement, and monitor calibration and cross-fab matching methods to guarantee uniform measurements across all metrology tools
SPC System Enhancement: Drive the continuous improvement of SPC systems, including control limit setup, CPK monitoring, process audits, and data analysis.
Statistical Analysis & Risk Prevention: Apply advanced statistical methods (such as Design of Experiments (DOE), sampling plans, and reliability modeling) to predict risks and resolve quality issues
Data-Driven Development: Program and develop custom statistical algorithms and analysis scripts to automate quality monitoring and defense reporting
Collaboration with Headquarter

Your profile

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Material Engineering, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, Physics, or a closely related technical field
Up to 3 years of experience in high-tech manufacturing, ideally within the semiconductor industry
Strong knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) procedures, CPK analysis and statistical evaluation techniques
Proficiency in statistical software/programming languages such as JMP or R
Fluent in English (written and spoken) for everyday communication in our international company
Readiness to participate in an extended, hands-on training assignment in Taiwan
Hands-on experience with metrology tools (CDSEM, OCD, or Overlay inspection systems)
Programming skills in Python
A certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
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).

Über uns

Jede Reise beginnt mit dem ersten Schritt.
Der Einstieg bei ESMC zu diesem frühen Zeitpunkt bietet Dir die einzigartige Gelegenheit, aktiv die Zukunft des Werks in Dresden mitzugestalten, Deine Karriere voranzutreiben und Dein wahres Potenzial unter Beweis zu stellen. Du wirst in einem schnelllebigen, internationalen Start-up-Umfeld arbeiten und gleichzeitig Zugang zur Erfahrung, zum Talent und zu den Ressourcen des größten und fortschrittlichsten Halbleiterherstellers der Welt, TSMC, haben. Du hast reichlich Gelegenheit, mehr über die TSMC-Operationen, die digitale Transformation und verschiedene fortgeschrittene Themen im Zusammenhang mit Anlagen weltweit zu lernen, sowohl in Taiwan als auch an anderen Standorten auf der Welt.
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