3D Heterogeneous Integration Engineer

About GlobalFoundries:

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Summary of Role:

GlobalFoundries Fab8 is seeking an experienced and dedicated R&D engineer, joining Advanced Packaging Lab (APL) to lead advanced 3D Heterogeneous Integration (3D-HI) initiatives spanning multiple application domains.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Drive 3D-HI process development efforts for the building blocks required for advanced packaging solutions needed by the GlobalFoundries product lines (e.g., multi-die stacking, die-to-wafer / wafer-to-wafer fine pitch hybrid bonding, etc.).

• Partner with unit process engineers, manufacturing engineers, as well as directly with the tool and material vendors for the GlobalFoundries fabs.

• Collaborate joint development projects (JDP) with partners to develop new wafer level and die level 2.5D and 3D Heterogeneous Integration (3D-HI) processes.

• Drive end-to-end process integration and planning to enable new capabilities and early product prototyping across multiple programs.

• Develop expertise in processes, materials, and tooling, and make efficient use of characterization resources.

• Drive data analysis, interpretation of results, and understanding of failure modes.

• Identify and resolve process integration issues and related challenges.

• Generate IP related to novel wafer integration and packaging technology.

Other Responsibilities:

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

• Participate in hiring activities.

• Mentor and guide new hires to assume their roles and responsibilities.

• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Required Qualifications:

• Education – Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related field from an accredited degree program.

• MS degree with at least 5 years of prior related work experience.

• In depth knowledge of BEOL processes and integration (advanced bonding, TSVs), bump/wafer finish integration, wafer test/probe, OSAT collaboration, and package development & assembly.

• Strong problem solving and technical trouble shooting skills including expertise in design of experiment.

• 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:

• Education – PhD education level preferred with at least 3 years of prior related work experience.

• Demonstrated prior leadership experience internally or with an OSAT eco-system.

• 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 and organizational skills.

Expected Salary Range

$98,000.00 - $176,000.00

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

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