Advanced Packaging Integration Engineer

Who We Are Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.  What We Offer Salary: $161,000.00 - $221,000.00 Location: Santa Clara,CA You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.  At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits .  Join   the Photonics Platform Business Group at Applied Materials   located in Santa Clara   headquarters,   work with a high   caliber   cross-functional   research   team to develop advanced   packaging soluti ons   for   next-generation smart glasses   and   high ‑ performance optical interconnects .     As an   Advanced Packaging Integration Engineer , you will lead process integration for high ‑ performance interconnects and micro - LED panels. You will architect robust, scalable integration flows that meet manufacturability and reliability requirements while driving differentiated technology development. Success in this role requires close collaboration with fabs, assembly houses, suppliers, and cross ‑ functional teams across Applied Materials and external partners. You will work closely with design, process,   integration , and metrology teams to deliver production ‑ ready solutions.   Key Responsibilities:    Define, develop,   execute,   and optimize advanced packaging process   integration   flows (e.g.,   h ybrid bonding ,   2.5D/ 3D heterogeneous integration ) , to   ensur e   the highest   possible   product performance, yield, and reliability.   Own, manage, and drive   complex   technical project s ,   track progress and solve roadblocks to ensure on time delivery with high quality.    Design experiments, systematically collect and a nalyze   data,   drive   root-cause   analysis   and implement corrective actions.    Collaborate with   foundries,   OSATs ,   and   internal research teams   to define   and   implement   improved   integration strategies and methodologies.   Stay   abreast of   the latest   field   advancements . A pply   such   knowledge to drive   innovations.   Qualifications   Ph.D.   or M. S.   degree in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Applied Physics, or   a   related   STEM   field.   In ‑ depth knowledge and hands ‑ on experience in advanced packaging technologies, including wafer ‑ to ‑ wafer or die ‑ to ‑ wafer hybrid bonding, semiconductor processing, 2.5D/3D integration, TSV, RDL, underfill, bumping, molding, and OSAT processes. Candidates with varying experience levels are encouraged to apply.   Micro-LED or CPO experience   is a plus.    Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.    Proficient in statistical data analysis and process optimization and control techniques (e.g., Design of Experiments, SPC, JMP).   Coding capability is a plus.    E xperience   with   MES system s   is a plus.     Ability to prepare clear, compelling executive ‑ level or customer ‑ facing presentations is a plus.   Self ‑ starter with strong problem ‑ solving skills; able to work both independently and in team environments with minimal supervision.   Additional Information Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Eligible: Yes The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable. For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement. Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. 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