Dr. Fong Zhi Chen serves as Senior Executive Assistant to the General Manager at Gallant Micro Machining Co., Ltd. (GMM) in Taiwan. He holds a Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD from National Cheng Kung University. Dr. Chen began his career at the Precision Instrument Development Center (PIDC) and held senior research and leadership positions through its organizational transitions to NCIR under the National Institute of Applied Research (NIAR). With extensive experience in vacuum technology, optomechatronics, and precision instrument development, he has contributed to advancing precision design and manufacturing capabilities.
Dr. Chen is actively involved in professional organizations, including IEEE IMS(Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Instrumentation and Measurement Society), the Chinese Metrology Society, the Taiwan Vacuum Society, the Taiwan Accreditation Foundation, and the Taiwan Nanotechnology and MicroSystem Association. After retiring from NIAR in November 2025, he joined GMM, where he continues to support semiconductor equipment R&D, industry-academia collaboration, and talent development. His expertise contributes to GMM’s continued innovation in advanced packaging equipment, including chip sorters and chip bonders.
WORK EXPERIENCE AND AWARDS
Senior Executive Assistant to General Manager, Gallant Micro Machining Co., Ltd., Taiwan (2025-present)
Senior research fellow, National Center for Instrumentation Research (NCIR), Taiwan (1995-2025)
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), USA
Vice chair of IEEE Instrumentation and Measurement Society, Taipei Chapter (2009-present)
Vice chair of IEEE Instrumentation and Measurement Society, Taipei Chapter (2009-present)
Supervisor of Chinese Society of Metrology Engineering (TCMS) (2023-2026)
Assessor for Engineering Education, Institute of Engineering Education Taiwan (IEET) (2023-2026)
Assessor for ISO 17025 Calibration Lab, Taiwan Accreditation Foundation (TAF)(2023-2026)
Join Professor of NCHU and NIAR (2023-2026)
Vice chair of Inspection and Metrology Committee, SEMI Taiwan (2019-2025)
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Phd in Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan
Job Positions
Engineer Intern
2 Vacancies
| Work Type: To Be Discussed
Co-Supervisor Information
Leo HUANG
黃良印
Institution
Gallant Micro Machining
Division/Department
Leo Huang
Job Title
Vice assistant general manager
Brief Introduction of the Department
【Strategy Executive Office】
The Strategy Execution Office brings together 25 R&D professionals specializing in mechanical design, machine vision, artificial intelligence, precision control, and advanced packaging processes, with all team members holding master’s or doctoral degrees, including two PhD researchers from India. The office supports GMM’s management in identifying semiconductor technology trends, defining strategic roadmaps, and developing high-precision advanced packaging equipment capabilities. Through cross-disciplinary collaboration, the team explores emerging technologies, key components, materials, and process applications while anticipating future industry opportunities and challenges. By integrating diverse expertise and fostering industry-academia collaboration, the Strategy Execution Office drives next-generation product and technology development, cultivates interdisciplinary talent, and strengthens GMM’s long-term competitiveness in the semiconductor equipment industry.
Department Staff Number
- More than 10 people
Internship Job Description
Through participation in the R&D of GMM's advanced semiconductor packaging equipment, interns will get practical experience in equipment development and integration. Job duties will be tailored to applicant’s individual professional background and strengths. Potential roles include computer-aided mechanical design and engineering analysis (CAD/CAE), electrical control hardware assembly and testing, software integration testing, and data collection for new R&D concepts. Based on mentor’s guidance in setting up and executing experimental systems and compiling experimental reports, interns will gain an understanding of the current state and future trends of advanced semiconductor packaging equipment technology, and contribute to the company's technological and product development.
Preferred Intern Education Level
- Master students - Ph.D. students
Preferred Intern Skill Sets or Qualities
Students interested in Taiwanese culture and industry operations are welcome to join GMM through this project. Internship applicants with an interest in future career planning and the advanced semiconductor packaging industry or research are especially welcome.
Others
- Expected working hours per week: 16-30+
- Salary/Financial Support: NT$40,000~50,000 per month
- Benefits not provided
Students may be offered the opportunity to continue as interns for up to oneadditional year after completing the NTU International Mentorship Program, at the discretion of the host organization.