Senior Advanced Packaging/MEMS Process Engineer

Draper; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace flexibility

Employee clubs

Health workshops

Finance workshops

Off-site social events

Museum discounts

Cultural activities

Job summary

Draper is seeking a Senior Advanced Packaging/MEMS Process Engineer to develop and qualify processes for HSIP and FOWL technologies. You will work across teams to drive copper electroplating, etch optimization, and integration readiness for 2.5D/3D chiplet schemes. Requirements include a Bachelors in EE/ME/Physics and 5–10 years of Microsystems experience; a Master's is preferred and U.S.

Security Clearance is required for selected candidates. This full‑time role is based in St.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Physics is required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 5–10 years of Microsystems Engineering or related experience.
• Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.
• Experience with MEMS processes and HSIP/FOWL is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs and develops MEMS devices and layouts.
• Assesses performance and process capabilities using modeling or simulation.
• Tests and evaluates devices with various tools and software.
• Addresses reliability, yield improvement, and failure analysis.
• Mentors less experienced engineers and supports cross-functional teams.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Analytical thinking

MEMS fabrication tools

Design & modeling software

Statistical process control

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Physics

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Metrology tools

Etch tools

Sputter systems

Modeling software

Testing software

Job description

Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary:

As a Senior Advanced Packaging/MEMS Process Engineer you'll apply advanced semiconductor and microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) process engineering knowledge, theory, and methods to research, design, develop, and qualify processes for Heterogeneous System Integration Package (HSIP) and Fan-Out Wafer-Level (FOWL) technologies.

What You’ll Do:

• Support end-to-end copper electroplating process development to achieve HMLV yield and reliability targets.
• Define copper etch process optimization for fine-line patterning and DBI pre-bond surface preparation.
  • Wet and Dry etch tools
  • Vacuum/Sputter systems
  • Metrology tools
• Work with cross functional teams to develop new processes for new business, make process improvements, troubleshoot issues, and maintain process uptime.
• Shares performance experience and operating characteristics with designers or other engineers for new product development purposes and/or training.
• stem Integration Package (HSIP)
• Fan-Out Wafer-Level (FOWL) technologies

You’ll interact with integration, assembly, quality, and equipment engineering teams to drive high-mix | low-volume manufacturing readiness for 2.5D/3D chiplet integration.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities

• Designs and develops Microelectromechanical devices/sensors, schematics and physical layouts of integrated MEMS components or packaged assemblies.
• Assesses performance and process capabilities of potential MEMS device designs using modeling or simulation software.
• Tests and evaluates devices using a variety of tools, protocols, and software.
• Analyzes and addresses issues such as reliability, yield improvement, and/or failure.
• Develops production methods and fabrication processes for MEMS.
• Drafts documentation such as operating instructions, performance specifications, and manuals.
• Shares performance experience and operating characteristics with designers or other engineers for new product development purposes and/or training.
• Develop and maintain effective internal/external relationships.
• Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction, contribute to requirements development, propose ways forward, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements.
• Able to provide insight and suggest design or process modifications based on quantitative data or results.
• Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies for them.
• Actively mentor less experienced engineers and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with the fabrication and metrology tools and instrumentation related to MEMS component fabrication.
• Proficient with software tools and systems used for device design, modelling, and performance testing.
• Proficient with software tools and systems used for statistical process control, and reliability and failure analysis, including yield improvement.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics required.

Master's degree preferred.

Experience

5-10 years of Microsystems Engineering or related experience.

Additional Job Description

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Job Location

Job Location - City: St. Petersburg

Job Location - State: Florida

Job Location - Postal Code: 33716

Salary

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $82,300.00 - $220,000.00 Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Benefits

Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

Inclusivity Statement

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Equal Opportunity

Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Accommodation Contact

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Closing Hype

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