About SEH America
The Backbone of
Global Silicon
SEH America is a cornerstone of the Shin-Etsu Handotai (SEH) Group, the world’s largest producer of semiconductor silicon. From our state-of-the-art facility in Vancouver, Washington, we forge the essential materials that power the modern world
A Legacy of Technical Dominance
SEH America pioneers the fundamental processes behind modern electronics. Our Vancouver facility operates as a high-capacity industrial powerhouse, specializing in:
Ingot Growth
Manufacturing single-crystal silicon ingots with atomic precision
Wafer Fabrication
Producing world-class polished and epitaxial wafers.
Engineering Excellence
Providing direct technical support and service to the global semiconductor elite
The Shin-Etsu Group
Strength
SEH America is one of 13 global facilities within the Shin-Etsu Handotai Group, backed by the Shin-Etsu Chemical Corporation of Japan—a conglomerate of over 100 companies leading industries from silicon to advanced plastics
SEH-America, SEH-Europe, SEH-Malaysia, SEH-Shah Alam, SEH-Taiwan,
SEH-Japan Isobe, Shirakawa, Takefu, Saigata, Nagano Denshi,
Naoetsu Denshi Mimasu Handotai
Our Command Center:
Vancouver & Beyond
Precision at Scale
Operating under ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949:2016 standards, we maintain a relentless commitment to quality. Our success is built on a simple philosophy: Excellence in service, integrity in product, and a zero-compromise safety environment for our people.
Our Mission
To command global leadership by shattering industry standards and delivering continuous evolution in every product we ship.
A Tradition of Stewardship
Our commitment to “Continuous Improvement” extends beyond our wafers and into the Vancouver community. We don’t just work here – we lead here
Employee Generosity
Our team actively supports local low-income families through partnerships with the Salvation Army, SHARE House, and Second Step Housing.
Global Relief
From Haiti to Japan, we stand by those affected by natural disasters, matching employee donations to double our global impact.
Cultural Connection
We celebrate the bond between the U.S. and Japan. Through the vision of CEO Dr. Chihiro Kanagawa, we established the Japanese Friendship Garden at Clark College to foster cultural camaraderie.
Veteran Support
We are dedicated to the Armed Services, actively hiring veterans and maintaining robust support policies for our active-duty reservists.
Partner with the
World Leader
Whether you are looking for a technical partnership or a high-impact career, the journey starts here
