Process Engineer – Advanced Semiconductor Packaging

Keysight Technologies SAles Spain SL.; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 126,930 - 211,550; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

401(k) Plan

Flexible Time Off

Job summary

A semiconductor technology company in Santa Rosa, CA is seeking a Lead Engineer to drive the development of next-generation System in Package (SiP) modules. Candidates should have a background in Mechanical Engineering or related fields and 2-5+ years of experience in semiconductor fabrication processes. The role demands strong leadership and communication skills, as well as expertise in manufacturing electromechanical assemblies. The salary range for this position is $126,930 to $211,550, with excellent benefits including flexible time off and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 2‑5+ years of experience in semiconductor fabrication/advanced packaging processes.
• Proven expertise in design for manufacturing of electromechanical assemblies.
• Familiarity with semiconductor fabrication processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of next‑generation System in Package modules.
• Develop and maintain wafer fabrication processes.
• Specify, select and qualify new equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Strong communication skills

Design for manufacturing

Statistical process control

Thermocompression / flip chip bonding

Education

BS or MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related fields

Job description

Overview

Lead the development of next‑generation System in Package (SiP) modules integrated with microwave and mmWave subsystems across Keysight.

Responsibilities

We focus on process research and development, process integration, and new product introduction.

• Develop and maintain wafer fabrication processes
• Develop and maintain package assembly processes
• Specify, select and qualify new equipment
• Contribute to process automation
• Review new designs for manufacturability and provide feedback to module designers
• Understand process flows, product design and performance requirements, and lead manufacturing teams to develop new products that meet performance targets
• Lead technical development of new SiP introductions in collaboration with upstream design teams, process and manufacturing teams, and downstream customer teams
• Meet accelerated project schedules; communicate and manage risks
• Develop and maintain high yields while adhering to project schedules

Qualifications

BS or MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or relevant fields coupled with 2‑5+ years of applicable experience in semiconductor fabrication/advanced packaging processes.

Industry professional with proven expertise in three or more of the following areas:

• Design for manufacturing of electromechanical assemblies
• Statistical process control (SPC), design of experiments (DOE)
• Thermocompression / flip chip bonding
• Surface Mount Technology (SMT) processes
• Die singulation
• Semiconductor fabrication processes
• Heterogeneous integration, advanced packaging techniques
• New technology introduction
• New product introduction

Professional experience in the following areas is desired:

• III‑V compound semiconductors and/or silicon technologies
• Thermal, mechanical and electrical reliability
• Technical project management, project lifecycle

This role requires strong leadership, drive, and ambition to realize a novel technology that differentiates Keysight in the AI market. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are important for successful cross‑functional interactions.

Candidates must be local or willing to relocate to Santa Rosa, CA

This position requires access to certain goods, software, technology, or technical data subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Under these laws and regulations, U.S. persons (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees) working for Keysight can access export‑controlled items without authorization from the U.S. government. For any individual who is not a U.S. person, Keysight may need authorization from the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Commerce, or other appropriate federal agency before the individual can access export‑controlled items.

Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or protected individual, having authorization from the U.S. government for export‑controlled items under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary range: MIN $126,930 – MID PT $169,240 – MAX $211,550 (Santa Rosa, CA). Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, Accident, Disability insurance
• Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Paid Family Leave
• Discounts, Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• Restricted Stock Units