Advanced Packaging Engineer

The Advanced Packaging Engineer is a senior individual contributor responsible for conceiving, architecting, and maturing next‑generation optical and optoelectronic technologies.

This role focuses on future‑state capability creation, advanced materials and packaging architectures, and long‑term technology differentiation.

The position operates upstream of production and is not responsible for sustaining engineering or day‑to‑day manufacturing support.

• Define and develop next‑generation optical and optoelectronic packaging architectures.
• Lead architectural trade studies considering optical performance, materials behavior, and future scalability.
• Establish technology concepts that enable future product families and platforms.

• Research emerging materials, processes, and assembly technologies aligned with long‑term company roadmaps.
• Lead feasibility studies, proof‑of‑concept efforts, and early‑stage demonstrations.
• Evaluate technology readiness levels and define pathways for maturation.

• Define characterization and reliability evaluation methodologies for early‑stage technologies.
• Analyze optical, mechanical, and thermal data to inform design decisions.
• Identify technical risks and failure mechanisms early in development.

• Contribute to long‑term optics and optoelectronics technology roadmaps.
• Identify capability gaps and propose strategic development initiatives.
• Support senior leadership through technical reviews and risk assessments.

• Identify, evaluate, and partner with material suppliers, equipment vendors, and research institutions.
• Lead joint development initiatives with external partners.
• Influence external technology roadmaps to align with future needs.

• Serve as a recognized technical authority for advanced optical technologies.
• Contribute to intellectual property, publications, and technical knowledge growth.
• Mentor engineers on advanced technology concepts.

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field required.
• MS or Ph.D. preferred.

• 15+ years of experience in optical, optoelectronic, or advanced microelectronics development.
• Extensive background in materials, packaging architectures, and advanced process development.
• Demonstrated experience creating and maturing new technologies from concept through early validation.
• Proven record of technical leadership and independent problem solving.