IC Package Material Engineer

About the role

• IC Package Material Engineer | Tesla (Tesla SI)
• Location: Palo Alto, California | Req ID: 267146 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

The Tesla SI 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 SI 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.

Tesla’s SI Hardware team is looking for a highly motivated IC Package Material Engineer who will be part of an IC packaging team responsible for packaging materials for Tesla’s SI chip programs. This role involves IC package material development for different system applications including driving material characterizations, package and system application test, data analysis and NPI/MP of new packaging materials. A successful candidate will have a strong background in IC package and system material engineering and be able to thrive in a highly dynamic environment.

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
• Must have 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

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)

Expected Compensation$160,000 - $312,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.