PHD FRESH GRAD - Senior Packaging Engineer, Material Engineering

Sandisk; Simpang Ampat; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandisk in Malaysia seeks a PhD‑level materials scientist to lead advanced research on eco‑friendly packaging materials for electronic storage devices. You will design experiments, evaluate bio‑based materials, and advance qualification through ASTM/ISO protocols while collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

You will contribute to publications, patents, and knowledge sharing, aiming to reduce environmental impact and improve product reliability across SSD and Flash packaging platforms.

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science, Biomaterials, Polymer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Sustainable Materials, Packaging Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Hands-on research experience in material synthesis, formulation development, and experimental characterization.
• Experience with thermal, mechanical, chemical, and microstructural characterization techniques.
• Strong experience in life cycle assessment, sustainability assessment, and data-driven experimental design.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support advanced semiconductor research on bio-based, biodegradable, recyclable, and sustainable materials for electronic packaging applications including SSD, Flash, and emerging storage products.
• Drive innovation and develop eco-friendly packaging using renewable or low-carbon footprint materials.
• Design and implement bio/hybrid material testing protocols according to ASTM/ISO standards.
• Support R&D initiatives, NPI/ATD programs, and materials qualification projects focusing on reducing environmental impact.
• Perform material characterization using techniques such as DSC, TGA, DMA, TMA, FTIR, SEM, rheology, and dielectric analysis.

Skills

Independent work

Experimental design

Statistical analysis

Scientific data interpretation

Education

PhD in Materials Science/Biomaterials/Polymer Engineering

Job description

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and support advanced semiconductor research on bio-based, biodegradable, recyclable, and sustainable materials for electronic packaging applications, including SSD, Flash, and emerging storage products.
• Drive innovation and develop next-generation eco-friendly packaging using renewable, biodegradable, or low‑carbon footprint materials.
• Design and implement bio/hybrid material testing protocols for thermal, mechanical, physical, biodegradability, and environmental durability based on ASTM/ISO standards.
• Support R&D initiatives, NPI/ATD programs, and advanced materials qualification projects focused on reducing environmental impact.
• Perform material characterization using advanced analytical techniques specifically for Bio/hybrid materials with necessary standards for tools including DSC, TGA, DMA, TMA, FTIR, SEM, rheology, thermal conductivity, dielectric characterization, and surface analysis.
• Evaluate Sustainable material reliability under thermal, mechanical, humidity, and environmental stress conditions relevant to semiconductor packaging applications.
• Conduct failure analysis and degradation studies to understand aging mechanisms and long‑term performance of sustainable materials.
• Benchmark emerging biomaterials against conventional electronic packaging materials and establish application readiness assessments.
• Support publication of technical papers, invention disclosures, patents, conference presentations, and intellectual property generation.

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• PhD in Materials Science, Biomaterials, Polymer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Sustainable Materials, Packaging Engineering, or related technical disciplines.
• Research experience in handling advanced electronic packaging materials or related technical fields, with exposure to materials development, qualification, reliability assessment, or product applications.
• Demonstrated hands‑on research experience in material synthesis, formulation development, and experimental characterization. Experience with thermal, mechanical, chemical, and microstructural characterization techniques.
• Strong experience in material failure analysis, life cycle assessment (LCA), sustainability assessment, and data‑driven experimental design.

Preferred

• Strong academic background in biomaterials, polymer science, sustainable materials, or advanced composites with research publications in top tier journals.
• Good understanding of bio‑polymer materials structure‑property relationships and degradation mechanisms.

Skills

• Ability to work independently and lead technical investigations with minimal supervision.
• Experience with experimental design, statistical analysis, and scientific data interpretation.

Additional Information

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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