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Sigma Design

Semiconductor Packaging Engineer

Redmond, WA · On-site

$115K - $140K/yr

Develop and implement advanced packaging solutions to enable heterogeneous, flexible, and stretchable integration of electronic components and devices. * Design and oversee internal, external, and ...

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As of Jun 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for advanced packaging in the United States is $18.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To excel in Advanced Packaging, you need a strong background in materials science, engineering, semiconductor fabrication, and process optimization, often supported by a relevant degree and industry experience. Familiarity with advanced packaging equipment, cleanroom protocols, and design software such as CAD tools or SEM analysis is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective cross-functional communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies are vital for developing innovative packaging solutions that meet stringent technical standards and support product reliability in high-tech manufacturing environments.

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Professionals in Advanced Packaging frequently encounter challenges related to keeping pace with rapidly evolving semiconductor technologies and strict quality control standards. The work often requires collaborating closely with R&D, process engineering, and manufacturing teams to troubleshoot issues and continuously improve packaging designs. Maintaining precision in a high-stakes, cleanroom environment and adapting to new materials or methods are also common aspects of the job. These challenges offer valuable opportunities for skill development and innovation, making the role both demanding and rewarding for those passionate about advanced manufacturing.

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An Advanced Packaging job involves developing and implementing semiconductor packaging technologies to enhance performance, power efficiency, and miniaturization. Professionals in this role work on heterogeneous integration, 2.5D/3D packaging, wafer-level packaging, and advanced interconnect solutions. They collaborate with design, process, and manufacturing teams to optimize package reliability and scalability. This role is critical in enabling next-generation chips for applications like AI, high-performance computing, and mobile devices.

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Semiconductor Packaging Engineer

Semiconductor Packaging Engineer

Sigma Design

Redmond, WA • On-site

$115K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Semiconductor Packaging Engineer
Sigma Design is a product development, engineering, and manufacturing firm. Based out of the Pacific Northwest, we offer innovative concept through production services to diverse clients around the globe. Sigma Design believes in hiring, developing, and recognizing the best. We offer competitive compensation, a 401(k) with up to 4% company match, quarterly bonus program, 15-days of accrued PTO and 9 company paid holidays. In addition, Sigma Design has multiple options for medical insurance and dental insurance. We also offer voluntary benefits: vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.
Position Details:
  • This position will be In-Office
  • $115,000 - $140,000 annually
  • This is a contract position with an expected duration of 12 months and the opportunity to be extended.

Primary Function:
The Semiconductor Packaging Engineer is responsible for developing, executing, and optimizing semiconductor and advanced packaging assembly and integration processes. This role supports the design, fabrication, and validation of advanced electronic packaging solutions for heterogeneous, flexible, and stretchable electronic systems, while collaborating across research, hardware, and manufacturing teams to improve device performance, reliability, and scalability.
Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities:
  • Lead assembly and integration engineering efforts with emphasis on Surface Mount Technology (SMT), Die Bond/Wire Bond processes, and support activities related to molding, laser fabrication, panel or wafer lamination, and component thinning, planarization, and dicing.
  • Develop and implement advanced packaging solutions to enable heterogeneous, flexible, and stretchable integration of electronic components and devices.
  • Design and oversee internal, external, and hybrid manufacturing workflows to accelerate development, integration, and scale-up of advanced electronic packaging technologies.
  • Develop new methods and processes to close technology gaps, improve device performance, and increase manufacturing yield through process innovation and optimization.
  • Design and execute experiments (DOE), analyze experimental results, and apply findings to improve packaging processes, device performance, and yield.
  • Execute hands-on fabrication workflows using advanced packaging and assembly equipment, identify in-line process issues, and propose solutions or workarounds to improve manufacturing performance.
  • Collaborate closely with researchers, hardware engineers, system integration teams, and external manufacturing partners to support the development and production of advanced electronic packaging solutions.
  • Support the development and use of high-performance electronic materials in advanced packaging environments.
  • Contribute to instrumentation development, process characterization, mechanical or layout design, and data analysis methods used in hardware research and development environments.
  • Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.

Education and Experience: (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Applied Physics, Materials Science, or related technical field or equivalent professional experience required
  • Minimum of 1+ years of relevant work experience in semiconductor manufacturing, advanced packaging, or related electronics manufacturing environments preferred
  • Strong background in semiconductor or advanced packaging processes, including wafer-level or panel-level manufacturing
  • Hands-on experience working with semiconductor assembly and packaging equipment
  • Experience designing and executing Design of Experiments (DOE), analyzing results, and optimizing manufacturing yield
  • Experience collaborating across research and development, hardware engineering, and manufacturing teams
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with an innovation and scalability mindset
  • Experience with advanced packaging technologies such as Flexible Printed Circuits (FPC), Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), 2.5D/3D integration, or related electronic packaging technologies
  • Experience working with back-end-of-line (BEOL) and advanced packaging processes including technologies such as thinning, grinding, dicing, soldering, eutectic bonding, electrochemical deposition or metal finishing, through-silicon vias (TSV), flip-chip bonding, wire or die bonding, bumping, thermocompression bonding, copper pillar bonding, hybrid bonding, underfill processes, and overmolding or encapsulation
  • Experience handling and integrating thinned electronic components as part of advanced packaging workflows
  • Demonstrated success developing or maturing hardware research processes including instrumentation, characterization, mechanical or layout design, and/or advanced data analysis techniques
  • Experience developing or applying high-performance electronic materials in semiconductor or advanced packaging environments
  • Experience with advanced packaging domains including Flexible Printed Circuits (FPC), Multi-Chip Modules (MCM), System-in-Package (SiP), 2.5D/3D integration, Flexible Hybrid Electronics (FHE), or similar technologies preferred
  • Experience performing reliability testing and failure analysis including die or ball shear testing, wire pull testing, X-ray inspection, C-SAM inspection, thermal cycling, and environmental testing preferred
  • Experience with wearable technologies or technical soft goods preferred
  • Experience with hermetic or MEMS packaging, thermal management materials, or injection/transfer molding processes preferred
  • Experience using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) modeling or simulation tools to accelerate design and prevent failures preferred
  • Experience in System-in-Package (SiP) or Multi-Chip Module (MCM) design, manufacturing, and validation preferred
  • Experience with signal integrity or power integrity simulation tools (e.g., HFSS) and validation preferred
  • Strong written and verbal English language communication skills
  • Excellent teamwork/interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, both within and outside one's own work group
  • Demonstrate commitment and adherence to Sigma Design Core Values
  • Pass a post-offer background verification

Work Environment
Standard lab/production environment. Appropriate safety garments (PPE) must be worn. Occasionally may be required to work in environmental conditions that emulate typical user environments in order to facilitate design testing and validation. Occasionally may be required to travel as required to other facilities, clients, or suppliers. Must be able to stand and work as long as 12 hours in different positions. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
SigmaDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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