Long hours, decent pay, no overtime - Engineer TSMC Employee Review

2.0
May 29, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

The pay is decent, coworkers are generally nice.

Cons

There are way too many managers all bickering for no reason. Lots of long and unnecessary meetings, 50~60 hour work weeks. There is no overtime. Several departments are on-duty for Saturdays.

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5.0
Apr 27, 2026
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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

3.0
Jun 28, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good for learning and accept new grade

Cons

Stressful environment and bad working culture

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