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Senior Materials Engineer, Advanced Semiconductor Packaging

Boston Materials

Boston Materials

Billerica, MA, USA
Posted on Nov 24, 2024
Boston Materials produces a new class of materials that are conductive and durable like metal, yet light like plastic. The underlying technology revolves around vertically aligning carbon fibers to create materials with highly efficient energy dissipation properties. We use these highly differentiated materials to solve critical challenges relating to thermal management, vehicle weight reduction, and improving resource efficiency across Semiconductor, Electrified Vehicles, and Aerospace industries. Backed by proven manufacturing processes and validation in performance-critical applications across high-growth sectors, industry leaders turn to Boston Materials to go beyond today’s known limitations.
OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS
Not often in one’s career do we get the chance to—
Get close to the mission. Getting a real sense of what the business does and how our work directly affects the outcome. Where everyone is involved with the company’s success. No layers, no silos, no bureaucracy. Just the opportunity to make the greatest impact with the most responsibility.
Innovate faster. Adapting to changes in the market at record speed. No multi-layer signoffs. Fewer executives and shareholders to gain approval from. Instead, the latitude needed to get a new idea, product, or process off the ground quickly. Where we can experiment and test new ideas— and are encouraged to do so. We create solutions to problems that our audiences truly care about and understand customers won’t wait for us to figure them out.
Branch beyond our role. We’re not defined by past experiences or confined by our current job description. Every day offers opportunities to have influence and be challenged with new projects and tasks. Working shoulder-to-shoulder with some of the top talent in the industry, we’re able to showcase our talents, expand our knowledge, develop new skills, and take ownership and act. All while contributing to the overall success of the organization.
Create critical resources. The transition to a decarbonized economy is already underway and advanced computing is everywhere. Armed with coveted technologies and solutions, we unlock the way to accelerate electrification, increase compute efficiency, and harness cleaner energy— changing entire industries and our planet.
Opportunity knocks at Boston Materials. Will you answer the call?
Solve one of the most critical challenges facing the Semiconductor and Electronics Industry – thermal management! Join the Boston Materials team to help unlock the full potential of Z-axis Fiber™ technology and pave the way for groundbreaking advancements powering AI.
As a Senior Materials Engineer, Advanced Semiconductor Packaging, you'll play a vital role in developing thermal interface materials for semiconductor packaging. Apply your materials engineering expertise to design, test, and optimize products that meet the high demands of the electronics industry. This role involves hands-on experimentation, data-driven analysis, and collaboration across teams to bring innovative materials from concept to high-volume production. If you're passionate about advancing technology and eager to contribute your skills to meaningful projects, reach out and apply!

Your Responsibilities

  • Lead key subsystems in the development of Thermal Interface Material (TIM) products for semiconductor packaging applications.
  • Utilize strong engineering fundamentals and materials science expertise to identify existing and future product issues affecting customers.
  • Draw upon experience in electronics or semiconductor packaging to generate a range of material and system-level solutions.
  • Design and execute experiments to quickly rule in or out potential solutions, including both rapid preliminary tests and comprehensive, strategically designed experiments.
  • Think creatively and innovatively to solve complex technical challenges and improve product performance.
  • Analyze experimental data to make data-driven decisions and adjust technical priorities accordingly.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate solutions into the product development process and manufacturing.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and advancements to proactively address potential future challenges.

Your Skills and Expertise

  • Proven ability to identify complex product issues and develop innovative solutions
  • Minimum BS in Materials Engineering or a related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in materials development for the electronics or semiconductor packaging industry.
  • Strong understanding of process-structure-property relationships in materials development.
  • Strong fundamental knowledge of metallurgy and polymer systems.
  • Experience with semiconductor reliability testing (temperature cycling, HAST, shock and vibration, etc.)
  • Experience transitioning product developments into high-volume production.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.

Summary of Benefits

  • Health, Vision & Dental – Boston Materials pays 75% of Health, Vision and Dental Care coverage for employee and dependents
  • 401(k) plan
  • 4 weeks of supplemental Paid Parental and Family Leave
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Holidays: 14 days/year
Boston Materials is an EOE and at the forefront of materials innovation, the key to which is diverse teams with unique backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to employing a diverse workforce with equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis.