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GlobalFoundries

Semiconductor foundry delivering specialized chips

Advanced Packaging Modeling Engineer

Full-Time
$98k - $176k
Senior, Expert
Master's, PhD
Malta, NY, USA
In Person
Hardware Engineering, Hardware Systems Integration
Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A Master of Science degree with a minimum of five years of relevant experience, or a PhD with a minimum of three years of relevant experience.
  • Experience with semiconductor mechanical, thermal, or electrical simulation tools, such as Ansys Mechanical Workbench or other applicable software for those modeling applications.
  • An overall GPA of at least 3.0 and proven good academic standing.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English.
  • A solid understanding of semiconductor processes and integration techniques.
  • Good computer and software skills.
  • Ability to clearly present results to small and large groups.
Responsibilities
  • Use commercial modeling tools to address 3DHI and advanced packaging questions across logic, RF, analog, and memory technologies, guiding device, integration, and packaging optimizations for mechanical, thermal, or electrical performance.
  • Perform stress simulations for continuous and discontinuous active areas and assess how stress affects device performance when working in mechanical modeling.
  • Anticipate integration and process issues based on information from integration, process, or design enablement teams and the results of modeling.
  • Facilitate discussions with originating teams to identify simulations that highlight critical process interactions and guide optimal 3DHI technology decisions.
  • Apply commercial simulation software to mimic semiconductor process flows and identify areas of concern.
  • Interact extensively with integration, device, and design engineers to support development of a working technology.
  • Perform activities safely and responsibly and support Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security requirements and programs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.
Desired Qualifications
  • A PhD with five years of experience.
  • Thermal and electrical simulation for specific integrated circuit designs, preferably with RF analog experience, and experience with LVS and DRC verification tools such as Cadence, Mentor Graphics, or Keysight ADS.
  • Demonstrated work performance in an environment requiring a high level of attention to detail and timeliness.
  • Prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, or similar settings.
  • Project management skills, including the ability to innovate, execute solutions, and navigate ambiguity.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong planning and organizational skills.

About the company

GlobalFoundries is a semiconductor foundry that manufactures chips for a broad range of customers, focusing on feature-rich, reliable technologies for cars, IoT, 5G, and other high-growth markets. It operates by fabricating silicon wafers for customer designs, offering mature, specialized processes rather than chasing the most advanced nodes. This makes it different from peers that prize the latest process nodes; GlobalFoundries emphasizes diversification across a global manufacturing footprint (U.S., Europe, Singapore) and stable supply for essential applications. Its goal is to be a leading supplier of high-volume, specialty manufacturing that enables reliable chips for everyday devices and growing tech markets.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Town of Malta, New York

Founded

2009

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What believers are saying

  • Marvell expanded SiGe capacity on September 17, 2026, signaling demand through 2027.
  • Commerce finalized a $375 million R&D award on September 8, 2026, plus a July $300 million framework.
  • SMART Photonics partnered with GF on September 21, 2026, widening its photonics platform and customer funnel.

What critics are saying

  • Smart mobile is 36% of revenue, and management expects low-teens decline in 2026.
  • Tower Semiconductor litigation in Texas and the ITC risks injunctions, distraction, and patent retaliation.
  • If AI photonics demand normalizes before 2027, GF's growth story reverts to commoditized mature-node fabs.

What makes GlobalFoundries unique

  • GlobalFoundries abandoned bleeding-edge nodes in 2018, specializing in feature-rich chips for autos and connectivity.
  • Its Malta, Burlington, Dresden, and Singapore footprint sells trusted regional supply to governments and enterprises.
  • GF owns uncommon SiGe, silicon photonics, and FDX process depth for optical and edge chips.

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