IC Packaging Engineer, Materials and Packaging Characterization

Summary

Do you like to work on groundbreaking technologies that enable amazing new products? Do you have the attention to detail and a passion for excellence to work towards extraordinary results? We are looking for a self-motivated Materials Characterization Engineer who is proficient in materials science and experimental mechanics. Join our Advanced Technologies Group - Packaging team and help shape the next generation of category-defining Apple products.

Description

As an IC Packaging Characterization Engineer, you will drive the mechanical and material evaluation of cutting-edge Integrated Circuit (IC) packages. You will pioneer new characterization methodologies, evaluate state-of-the-art packaging materials, and solve complex yield and reliability challenges to ensure our components meet Apple's uncompromising standards for performance and robustness.

Preferred Qualifications

BS in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field, with 3+ years of relevant industry experience strongly preferred
Experimental Mechanics: Proven track record in experimental mechanics, material characterization, and the hands-on setup of test equipment.
Analytical Tools: Hands-on experience with advanced material and failure analysis techniques (e.g., SEM, EDX, FIB, CSAM).
Computational Skills: Proficiency with numerical simulation software, alongside strong programming capabilities in MATLAB and/or Scientific Python. Familiarity with Gen-AI, Machine Learning, and statistical data analysis is highly desirable.
Leadership & Communication: Ability to drive independent R&D initiatives, paired with excellent communication skills to confidently present complex data, ideas, and strategic plans to cross-functional teams.
Domain Expertise: Understanding of electronic packaging architectures, assembly processes, and package qualification requirements, coupled with a strong grasp of the mechanical behavior and reliability physics of packaging materials.

Minimum Qualifications

BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience or equivalent