US chip fabs face 157,000-worker shortfall by 2030, SEMI Foundation warns

The SEMI Foundation projects a shortage of up to 157,000 semiconductor and microelectronics workers in the US by 2030. Only 3% of US engineering graduates enter the industry, and 73% of chip companies report major recruiting difficulties despite salaries of $127,000–$187,000.

• US could face a 157,000-worker semiconductor shortfall by 2030
• Only 3% of US engineering graduates enter the chip industry
• 73% of semiconductor companies report significant hiring difficulties
• Typical pay is $127,000–$187,000, with senior roles above $238,000