Company

European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC)

Location

Germany-Dresden

Career Area

Facility & Industrial Safety / Environmental Protection

Job Type

Manager / Executive

Employment Type

Regular

Posted

May 14, 2026

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:

Manager (m/f/d) – Environment, Safety, Health (ESH) & Emergency Response (ER)

In this leadership role, you will be primarily accountable for Environment, Safety, and Health (ESH) as well as emergency response affairs at our Dresden Fab. You will bridge the gap between global corporate standards and local German excellence, ensuring that our operational processes continue to set the benchmark for compliance and risk mitigation.

Job Responsibilities

As an ESH & ERC Manager, you will lead a dedicated team to protect our people, our assets, and the environment.

1. Empower & Lead: Mentor and develop a high-performing ESH/ERC team, fostering a culture of ownership and safety leadership.

2. System Architecture: Develop and implement robust management systems that align corporate global policies with the specific operational needs of the Dresden Fab.

3. Regulatory Command: Stay ahead of the curve by translating complex EU, German Federal, and Saxony State regulations into actionable site standards.

4. Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as a key diplomat and technical expert in communications with government entities, international customers, and corporate stakeholders.

5. Audit & Elevate: Oversee comprehensive audit programs to identify opportunities for improvement, ensuring we don't just meet, but exceed legal and internal requirements.

6. Resilience & Response: Lead the charge in emergency response planning and fire prevention strategies, ensuring the site is prepared for any scenario.

7. Incident Prevention: Champion a "Lessons Learned" culture by analyzing near-misses and incidents to implement preventative actions.

Job Qualifications

We are looking for a visionary leader who combines technical mastery with the ability to navigate complex organizational landscapes.

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related engineering field.

2. Experience: A minimum of 8 years of professional experience in ESH/ERC roles, with a proven track record in leadership.

3. Industry Background: Experience in the semiconductor industry, high-tech manufacturing, or a large-scale international environment is highly preferred.

4. Certifications: You are a certified Occupational Safety Expert (Sifa) or Safety Manager (BG, TÜV). Additional certifications in Fire Protection or Industrial Hygiene are a significant advantage.

5. Regulatory Expertise: Deep familiarity with German ESH and fire codes is essential. Knowledge of global standards (e.g., FM Global or NFPA) and proficiency in ISO 14001/45001 is expected.

6. Soft Skills: You are a strategic thinker, a skilled negotiator, and a resilient problem-solver who can adapt to the fast-paced demands of a major construction and start-up project.

7. Communication: German (C1/Native) - Essential for legal compliance and authority liaison in Saxony; English (B2/C1) – Needed for collaboration within our global corporate network and stakeholders; Mandarin skills - a plus.

8. Training: Available for on-the-job training in Taiwan.

Please apply with English resume.

Each journey starts with a first step.

Joining ESMC at this early stage will provide you with the unique opportunity to actively shape the future of the fab in Dresden, boost your career and put your true potential to the test. You will be working in a fast paced, international startup environment whilst at the same time having access to the experience, talent, and resources of the largest and most advanced semiconductor manufacturer in the world, TSMC. You have ample opportunities to learn about TSMC Operations, Digital Transformation, and various advanced Facilities related topics, both in Taiwan and other sites around the world.

Behind the world’s most advanced technology are real people with real passion. Our success is fueled by our core values: Integrity, Commitment, Innovation and Customer Trust (ICIC).

At ESMC we believe in the power of inclusive leadership and passion. We demonstrate this in our commitment to our people vision: create an inclusive environment to inspire passion and enable the best in YOU.

It is the policy of ESMC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, ethnic and national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.