Epoxy Engineer
Core
Develop, evaluate, and optimize epoxy formulations and dispensing processes for optical and photonic devices to ensure high reliability, yield, and performance.
Role type
Specialist Epoxy Engineer (Materials & Process)
Builds
Optical and photonic assemblies (die attach, fiber attach, lid seal, underfill)
Domain
Photonics / Optical Interconnects / Semiconductor Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
epoxy chemistry, curing mechanisms, dispensing technologies, failure analysis, thermal/mechanical/optical impact assessment, silicon photonics, fiber optics, laser/optical modules, industry standards (Telcordia, JEDEC, MIL-STD)
Preferred skills
NPI support, equipment vendor collaboration, global technical support, training and documentation
Technologies
dispensing systems (time-pressure, auger, jetting), curing ovens, automated systems
Responsibilities
Develop and optimize epoxy formulations; Select adhesives based on optical, thermal, mechanical, and reliability requirements; Define and validate dispensing, curing, and handling processes; Lead root-cause analysis for adhesive-related failures; Support NPI and production ramp activities; Support material qualification and reliability testing
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
