System Engineer Cleanroom (m/f/d)

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:

System Engineer Cleanroom (m/f/d)

Join ESMC at a pivotal moment as we build one of Europe’s most advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities. As a System Engineer Cleanroom (m/f/d), you will play a key role in bringing critical cleanroom systems into operation and ensuring their long-term performance, reliability, and compliance. This position offers the unique opportunity to combine technical ownership with the excitement of a greenfield project in an international high-tech environment.

• System Ownership: Take full ownership of cleanroom-related systems and ensure their reliable, safe, and compliant operation
• Performance Optimization: Monitor and optimize system performance to maintain strict cleanroom conditions and maximize system availability
• Troubleshooting & Diagnostics: Lead troubleshooting activities and drive sustainable, long-term technical solutions through structured root cause analysis
• Maintenance Coordination: Coordinate maintenance activities and collaborate closely with internal technicians as well as external service providers
• Operational Transition: Support the transition of the fab from the construction phase into stable, high-volume manufacturing operations
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system reliability, energy efficiency, and operational performance

Must Have

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Facility Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Process Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: Several years of professional experience working with cleanroom environments or comparable highly controlled technical facilities
• Technical Expertise: Practical experience in the operation, commissioning, or optimization of complex technical systems
• Analytical Skills: A highly structured and analytical approach to troubleshooting and complex problem-solving
• Communication: Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with technicians, external service providers, and cross-functional teams
• Languages: Fluent German and English language skills (minimum C1 level in both languages)
• Mobility: Willingness to participate in international training assignments during the onboarding phase (up to 3 months in Taiwan)

Nice to Have

• Prior experience in semiconductor manufacturing or related high-tech industries
• Deep knowledge of cleanroom technologies, including Airborne Molecular Contamination (AMC) and Air Pollution Control (APC) systems
• Experience with industry-standard reliability and problem-solving methodologies such as RCA, FMEA, or 8D
• Previous experience in a system ownership, area ownership, or operational responsibility role

• 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, you will gain a deeper understanding of the processes involved in operating complex semiconductor equipment through unique hands-on training at the TSMC Newcomer Training Center, while continuously expanding 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: Enjoy a daily meal allowance as well as a subsidized public transportation (e.g., for the Deutschlandticket) in Germany.