1. The Engineer Talent Shortage – Where Are Companies Finding Candidates?
The semiconductor and electronics components industries are booming in Vietnam, driven by a wave of investment from major corporations such as Intel, Samsung, Amkor, Foxconn, and more recently, Nvidia. However, the rapid expansion of manufacturing facilities has triggered a talent crisis, particularly in the supply of highly skilled engineers. The current workforce can only meet about 20–30% of the demand for electronics and semiconductor manufacturing.
According to HR reports, in the next 2–3 years, recruitment demand in this industry is expected to surge, requiring tens of thousands of employees within the same region. This raises a critical question: Where can companies find candidates to meet such urgent hiring needs?
2. GLA HR's Recruitment Solutions
As a leading provider of workforce solutions for the semiconductor and electronics components industries, GLA HR has developed a comprehensive range of solutions to address the talent shortage and help businesses access high-quality candidates.
2.1 Leveraging Existing Talent Databases – Connecting with Experienced Engineers
GLA HR owns a large talent database, featuring experienced engineers who have worked for major corporations both domestically and internationally. We help businesses quickly access highly skilled candidates with strong technical expertise, good language proficiency, and years of experience — ready to join immediately without the need for retraining.
These engineers not only ensure high work performance but can also serve as mentors, training the next generation of engineers and contributing to the development of a sustainable talent ecosystem for businesses.
2.2 Training Engineers with XR Technology – A Breakthrough Solution
Given the talent shortage, training a new generation of engineers has become a necessary strategy. GLA HR is pioneering the application of Extended Reality (XR) technology in training, enabling trainees to interact with manufacturing processes and machinery operations in a highly realistic and immersive way — without the high costs of building and maintaining cleanroom facilities.
This technology not only optimizes costs but also shortens training time, providing candidates with practical, hands-on experience and the ability to handle error scenarios. It helps businesses quickly build a workforce that is ready to perform immediately.
2.3 Partnering with Universities – Attracting Young Talent
GLA HR is strengthening partnerships with universities to attract students pursuing STEM fields. We develop career orientation programs, internships, and hands-on training initiatives for students while they are still in school, ensuring they acquire the knowledge and skills needed to enter the workforce immediately after graduation.
This strategy not only provides businesses with a pipeline of young, passionate candidates but also supports the sustainable development of the talent pool for the electronics components and semiconductor industries in the long term.
2.4 Language Training – A Key Competitive Advantage
One major barrier in recruiting talent for FDI corporations is language proficiency as well as workplace communication and cultural understanding. Recognizing this, GLA HR has launched intensive language training programs, focusing on English and Chinese — the two primary languages expected to dominate among FDI enterprises in the coming years.
Alongside language training, candidates are also introduced to workplace cultures of the respective countries, enabling them to better understand, adapt to, and handle everyday situations in a professional environment.
The program not only helps engineers communicate more effectively with international experts but also expands their career advancement opportunities, enabling them to achieve higher incomes in a global working environment.
3. GLA HR – Your Strategic Recruitment Partner for the Semiconductor and Electronics Components Industries
With a multi-channel recruitment strategy — combining the use of existing talent pools, training new engineers, partnering with universities, and enhancing language skills — GLA HR is proud to be the leading partner in providing high-quality talent for the semiconductor and electronics components industries.
We are committed to helping businesses solve their workforce challenges efficiently, quickly, and sustainably, ensuring their long-term growth and success in Vietnam.
