Process engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Process Engineer with deep experience in photonics and advanced packaging technologies to support the development of high-performance photonic interconnects and co-packaged optical systems. This role is critical for enabling high-density, low-loss interconnects in next-generation computing, sensing, and communication platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced packaging architectures for microLED photonic interconnects and heterogeneous integration.
• Lead Cu backplane RDL design, layout, fabrication, and integration.
• Develop mass transfer and die bonding solutions, including thermal compression bonding and hybrid bonding, tailored to system integration requirements.
• Collaborate with substrate layout, IC design, and module teams to co-optimize packaging, signal integrity, and thermal performance.
• Perform thermal, mechanical, and optical simulations to validate packaging reliability and performance.
• Conduct optical, electrical, and tolerance analysis of photonic devices; optimize components for performance, efficiency, reliability, and manufacturability.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in EE, MSE, Phys, or related discipline (M.S. with relevant experience may be considered).
• Proven experience in Cu RDL layout, design, fabrication, and integration.
• Hands-on expertise in thermal compression bonding and hybrid bonding processes.
• Experience with Co-Packaged Optics (CPO) and Optical Engine development.
• Experience working in cleanroom environments and advanced IC fabrication.
• Proficiency in design layout and simulation software such as Cadence (APD/SIP), AutoCAD, SolidWorks, KLayout, COMSOL and Ansys.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative research environment.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Skills

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

7 - 10 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Shift:

10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America)

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

U.S. Salary Range:

$147,000.00 - $202,500.00

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.