IC Package Material Engineer

IC Package Material Engineer Tesla Motors, Inc. 160,000 - 312,000 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Apr 09, 2026
What to Expect The Tesla AI Hardware team is at the forefront of revolutionizing artificial intelligence throughcutting-edgehardware 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), andTeslahumanoid robot, Optimus, pushing the boundaries of computational efficiency and performance. By creating custom silicon and optimized architectures, the team ensures Teslaremainsa leader in AI-driven automotive and energy solutions, shaping a future where intelligent machines enhance human life. Tesla's AI 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 AI 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 Compensation and Benefits
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
Expected Compensation
$160,000 - $312,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits Pay 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.