GlobalFoundries

Principal 3D-heterogeneous integration engineer

GlobalFoundries$85K — $146K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in related engineering or sciences required; PhD preferred.
  • 4-5 years of experience in a related field; 2-3 years for PhD candidates.
  • Expertise in BEOL processes, TSV integration, and package development.
  • Proven problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills, especially in design of experiments.
  • Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA with good academic standing.
  • Fluency in English, both written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead 3D-HI process development for advanced packaging solutions.
  • Collaborate with engineers and vendors on tool and material selection.
  • Engage in joint development projects for new integration processes.
  • Facilitate end-to-end process integration for product prototyping.
  • Analyze data and resolve process integration issues and challenges.
  • Generate intellectual property related to wafer integration technology.

Benefits

  • Support for Environmental, Health, Safety & Security programs.
  • Opportunities for mentoring and participating in hiring activities.
  • Dynamic collaboration environment with industry partners.
Full Job Description

Summary of Role:
GlobalFoundries 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 4~5 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 2~3 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

$85,000.00 - $146,000.00

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

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