Dr. Wei-Jen Lo Wiki

Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy Development
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC)
— Previously served as SVP, Research & Development and VP of Operations/Technology

Summary

Dr. Lo is a highly respected semiconductor executive at TSMC, overseeing corporate strategy and previously leading R&D and manufacturing technology. Under his leadership, his teams have been awarded more than 1,500 patents globally, including approximately 1,000 U.S. patents.

Education

Ph.D. in Solid State Physics & Surface Chemistry – University of California, Berkeley
M.S. – University of California, Berkeley
B.S. in Physics – National Taiwan University

Career Timeline

Year	Role(s) at TSMC	Highlights
2004	VP, Operations II	Joined TSMC from Intel CSI Market+6THE ORG+6TSMC+6
2006–2009	VP, Research & Development	Led core R&D teams
2009–2013	VP, Advanced Technology Business & Operations	Oversaw advanced node programs
By 2024	SVP, Research & Development	Managed tech development strategy
March 2024	SVP, Corporate Strategy Development	Shifted focus to enterprise-wide strategic planning

Prior to TSMC:

Intel Corporation: Director of Technology Development & Plant Manager in Santa Clara (1997–2000) Academia and R&D Labs: Assistant professor, and roles at Motorola R&D and Xerox Microelectronics

Key Contributions

Spearheaded advanced technology node development (e.g., 7nm, 5nm, 3nm) and manufacturing technology innovations
Instrumental in building TSMC’s patent portfolio—leading teams securing over 1,500 patents
Transitioned into corporate strategy, shaping TSMC’s roadmap in chiplet architecture, 3D integration, and fab expansion initiatives

Leadership Style

Technically rooted: Grounded in solid-state physics and surface chemistry
Cross-functional leader: Exceptional at bridging R&D, operations, and executive planning
Strategist with execution focus: In current role, aligns technology development with business strategy and market needs

Public Profile & Recognition

TSMC official lists him among the core executive leadership team, reflecting his strategic significance
Noted in investor and executive information platforms such as Bloomberg, TheOrg, and Fintool

Legacy & Impact

Dr. Wei‑Jen Lo has played a pivotal role in transitioning TSMC from cutting-edge R&D into profitable, high-volume manufacturing of next-gen semiconductor nodes. As SVP of Corporate Strategy Development, he now guides the company’s long-term industry positioning, including adapting to technological trends and geopolitically-informed fab expansions globally.

Executive Bio

Experience:

Senior Vice President, Research & Development, TSMC
Vice President, Operations for Manufacturing Technology, TSMC
Vice President, Advanced Technology Business, TSMC
Vice President, Research & Development, TSMC
Vice President, Operation II, TSMC
Director, Advanced Technology Development & CTM Plant Manager, Intel

Dr. Wei-jen Lo is Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy Development at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (TSMC). Dr. Lo joined TSMC in 2004 as Vice President of Operations II and served as Vice President of Research and Development from 2006 to 2009 before he was appointed Vice President of the Company’s Advanced Technology Business, and Operations for Manufacturing Technology.

In his over 15 years of services at TSMC, Dr. Lo has contributed greatly to the company’s development of advanced technologies, providing comprehensive and innovative solutions to customers’ tough technical challenges. Currently he leads a team that has earned a total of more than 1,500 patents globally, including around 1,000 US patents.

Prior to joining TSMC, Dr. Lo was Director of Technology Development and a Plant Manager with Intel Corporation’s Technology and Manufacturing Group. From 1997 to 2000, he served as a Factory Manager, responsible for running Intel’s development factory in Santa Clara, California. Dr. Lo has also served as an assistant professor at a U.S. university, and worked at the Motorola Research and Development Lab, as well as the Xerox Microelectronics Center.