The semiconductor factory, called Fab 42, will use a 7 nanometer manufacturing process to produce computer chips. These chips will power computers, data centers and sensors, which Intel says will enable artificial intelligence and cloud-connected devices.
Fab 42, which is slated for completion in three to four years, will directly create around 3,000 high-wage Intel jobs such as process engineers, equipment technicians and facilities-support engineers, according to an Intel news release.
“America has a unique combination of talent, a vibrant business environment and access to global markets, which has enabled U.S. companies like Intel to foster economic growth and innovation,” Mr. Krzanich said. “Our factories support jobs — high-wage, high-tech manufacturing jobs that are the economic engines of the states where they are located.”
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