Career Prospects in Semiconductor Industry:
Fields: Material Production, Process Technology, and Environmental Protection.
Competent Authority: Industrial Development Bureau, Ministry of Economic Affairs (IDB, MOEA).
Target Job Titles: R&D Engineer, Process Engineer, Equipment Engineer, Facility Engineer, Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer.
Taiwan's semiconductor technology leads the world, serving as a stable global hub that requires a vast influx of high-tech talent. The industry has evolved into a highly specialized cooperative model: design at the upstream, manufacturing at the midstream, and packaging/testing at the downstream. As the global IC industry shifts its focus from computer science to mobile devices, and further toward the Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), Taiwan continues to play a pivotal role.
According to analysis from 104 Job Bank and SEMI (Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International), average salaries in the semiconductor industry have risen steadily over the past decade. However, there is a current shortage of STEM Master's and PhD graduates. With the most competitive talent prioritizing upstream sectors, mid-to-downstream industries are facing a talent vacuum. Furthermore, declining birth rates in Taiwan may lead to a labor shortage or "brain drain." To maintain corporate competitiveness, the educational system must proactively cultivate the talent required for the industry’s sustainable development.
Our program is committed to training mid-to-downstream semiconductor engineers, aligning perfectly with current industrial demands. Located in Northern Taiwan, Ming Chi University of Technology allows graduates to enter neighboring industrial zones directly, meeting local industrial needs. We expect to provide 40 graduates annually, who will not only serve as Process and Equipment Engineers but also as Facility Engineers—driving environmental protection and the circular economy within manufacturing plants.