3D Heterogeneous Integration Design Enablement Engineer (2026 New College Graduate)

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Summary of Role:


GlobalFoundries Fab8 is seeking a motivated R&D design enablement engineer to become part of our state-of-the-art 300mm fabrication facility in Malta, New York. This role will entail 3D heterogeneous integration (3DHI) design enablement to enable our next-generation advanced packaging R&D efforts, which include wafer-to-wafer bonding, die-to-wafer bonding, TSV/TOV and interposer development.


Essential Responsibilities:

• Publish Design Manual (DM) specifications based on failure modes identified for packaging required by the product lines in partnership with the unit process and R&D engineers.

• DM is a collection of all technology restrictions (geometry rules, electrical rules, etc.) that must be followed for an integrated circuit (IC) design to be manufacturable.

• Advanced packaging liaison to the DM and PDK (Process Design Kit) teams to translate packaging requirements to a device enablement specification covering: design rules, library device(TSV) layouts, layout vs schematic(LVS) requirements, device model terminals.

• Develop expertise in drafting test vehicle content specifications and the associated tapeout process (including mask reviews).

• Develop expertise in drafting test specifications for test vehicle content (macros); engage with the test teams (inline and lab) to ensure alignment on test requests.

• Collaborate with vendors and OSATs (Outsourced Assembly and Test) on design (test vehicles, masks).

• Facilitate advanced packaging design interactions between the product lines/fab teams and customers.

• Work and collaborate with other teams regarding different assignments as needed.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Required Qualifications:

• Education - PhD with completed defended thesis in Electrical Engineering and Materials Science or related field from an accredited degree program.

• Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.

• Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal).

• Travel - Up to 10%.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior-related internship or co-op experience in design or EDA/design enablement

• Fundamental knowledge of semiconductor packaging process modules and integration.

• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.

• Project management skills, i.e. the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong planning & organizational skills.

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Expected Salary Range
$79,100.00 - $145,800.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

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