IC Package Material Engineer

What To Expect

The Tesla AI Hardware team is at the forefront of revolutionizing artificial intelligence through cutting-edge hardware innovation. Comprising brilliant engineers and visionaries, the team designs and develops advanced AI chips tailored to accelerate Tesla’s machine learning capabilities. Their work powers the neural networks behind Full Self-Driving (FSD), and Tesla humanoid robot, Optimus, pushing the boundaries of computational efficiency and performance. By creating custom silicon and optimized architectures, the team ensures Tesla remains a leader in AI-driven automotive and energy solutions, shaping a future where intelligent machines enhance human life.

What You'll Do

• Develop IC packaging materials for different system applications including robots, automotive and data center in space with harsh environments
• Perform comprehensive material characterization of thermal, mechanical, and electrical properties
• Design package test vehicle structures to test material performance at package/system level
• Manage material suppliers to drive the roadmap, qualify new materials, negotiate specifications, and ensure supply chain reliability
• Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams and external vendors closely for effective project execution
• Assist in lab maintenance & operations, optimizing test setups for efficiency, and exploring innovative testing methodologies to support various ongoing projects

What You'll Bring

• Master's Degree in related field or equivalent experience
• Excellent engineering problem solving skills with strong physics/fundamentals and excellent project management skills
• Deep understanding and knowledge of IC package material fundamentals
• Strong experience in IC package material design, characterization and manufacturing
• Strong experience in IC package architecture and packaging assembly process
• Strong experience of working with internal and external x-functional teams
• Ability to work on-site at Tesla’s Palo Alto office, contributing to a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical plans
• Fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plans
• Other financial benefits
• Basic Life, AD&D Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time
• Paid Holidays
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

$160,000 - $312,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits