Packaging Substrate Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 26, 2026. Apple scores A on the Alion truth index.
Our Hardware Technology Packaging team invents, designs, develops, and integrates electronic packaging solutions for Apple’s internal and custom external components of hardware for its consumer electronic products such as iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV etc. In this highly visible role, you will own and drive sophisticated package selection, new-generation package structure and configuration optimization. You will be responsible for Apple package substrate including design, technology, manufacturing, and reliability, and future roadmap; and work with cross-functional teams to achieve the best package performance.
Description
- Lead SoC package substrate technology development, pathfinding, and roadmap definition.
- Work with substrate manufacturing industry, foundry, and OSAT to bring package substrate solution from concept to HVM.
- Drive industry with sophisticated package solutions, new architecture, material and process development, and spec definitions.
- 5% International travel.
Minimum Qualifications
BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
Preferred Qualifications
MS or Ph.D. and 8+ years of relevant industry experience.
Proven fundamentals in material/chemistry/mechanical engineering field(s).
In-depth knowledge of substrate technology, manufacturing process, design rules, and roadmap.
Hands-on experience in substrate manufacturing and technology development: Cu plating, lithography, dielectric material, via formation, solder resist, surface finish etc.
Familiarity with package assembly and integration process preferred.
Experience in Cadence Allegro platform tools and design review for manufacturing (DFM).
Exceptional technology development & project management skills.
Strong communication & collaborative skills.