Principal Application Engineer Semiconductor Materials

Principal Application Engineer Semiconductor Materials

California, USA

About the Job Principal Application Engineer Semiconductor Materials

Join a global leader in advanced materials and adhesives, where innovation, sustainability, and collaboration drive everything we do. As a Principal Application Engineer, you will lead technical engineering efforts for our semiconductor materials programs, supporting both developmental and commercialized products. You’ll work closely with customers to optimize material application processes, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure products deliver measurable value.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical lead for semiconductor material programs, including sintering paste applications.
• Develop in-depth application knowledge for semiconductor electronics markets.
• Optimize product application processes and provide direct customer support to resolve technical challenges.
• Solve fundamental, technology-specific problems for entire product lines through innovative approaches.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure successful product deployment and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Material Science/Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience with materials in semiconductor environments.
• Knowledge of semiconductor power packaging trends, including high thermal adhesives and sintering processes, preferred.
• Experience with statistical analysis and design of experiments (DOE).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively with customers and internal teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills, ownership, and customer-oriented mindset.
• Ability to provide on-site support for complex technical issues.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits from day one.
• Paid time off, flexible and hybrid work options, and vacation buy/sell programs.
• Financial benefits including 401k matching, employee share plans, annual performance bonuses, and tuition reimbursement.
• Family support including parental leave, fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, and childcare/eldercare discounts.
• Career growth opportunities with national and international mobility, skill development programs, and access to thousands of training courses.

Additional Information

• Full-time, Mid-Senior level position.
• Relocation assistance possible for ideal candidates.
• Occasional travel required.
• U.S. work authorization required.