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Substrate Quality and Reliability Engineer

Intel · Phoenix, AZ3w agoverified 20 h ago
$104k – $199k

Drive substrate quality and reliability for Intel package/assembly, enabling qual plans and supplier process maturity.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Shape substrate qual plans and supplier process maturity for Intel's advanced packaging ramp in TD and HVM phases.

Might not be for you. Reliability/quality-systems heavy with statistical modeling and customer quality events, less open-ended materials R&D.

Deep specialist PhD-friendlyFirst industry role

Adjacent materials roleDevelop the integrated materials/process and technology targets; material characterization; substrate manufacturing, semiconductor fabrication, package assembly

H-1B filings

Intel filed 974 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Process Engineer, Engineering Manager, Quality Reliability Engineer. Median filed pay: $124K a year.

From U.S. Department of Labor disclosure data. A filing is a record of past hiring, not a promise about this role, so confirm sponsorship with the employer. Titles and filed pay ·Every employer's filings

Seniority
Mid-level
Work
Hybrid
Type
Full-time
Degree
MS
Experience
2+ yrs
Industry
Semiconductor
Role
Quality / Testing
Materials
substrate materials2 rolespassive components (capacitor, inductor, resistor)

Role details

Job Details: Job Description: Note: This role requires regular onsite presence to fulfill essential job responsibilities. As a Substrate Quality and Reliability Engineer you will drive substrate capacity expansion to influence key technology decisions for Intel package and assembly in TD and ramp phases. You will also be responsible to enable qual plans and strategies to meet product milestones and assess key risks to technology development activities at a component level and address product manufacturing challenges at substrate factories for future HVM stability.

You will influence supplier process technologies and their interaction with assembly as well as substrate package induced customer facing issues and their validation.

Role and Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Develop, apply, and maintain quality and reliability standards for Substrate packaging components for Test Vehicle and Product. - Develop the integrated materials/process and technology targets to meet the requirements of product use case requirements and demonstrate maturity milestones. - Define inspection, screening, and testing mechanism to mitigate yield and reliability risks. - Determine reliability requirements to achieve reliability objectives. - Develop reliability models by performing statistical analysis to more accurately categorize reliability risk to customer specification and field risk. - Deliver standardization in product qualification, manufacturing quality systems, and methods. - Influence, enable, and continuously engage with packaging technology development and partner engineering teams on process maturity to lower risks. - Develop new acceleration techniques, analytical tools, and quality screens to ensure the early identification of potential problems with every new technology and process. - Respond to customer requests or quality events as they occur - Make proactive recommendations for changes in specification or formulation to improve product quality and reliability.

The ideal candidate should exhibit the following behavioral traits: - Influence cross-functional teams and solve complex technical challenges and deliver robust solutions. - Thrive in ambiguous environment and competing priorities and provide technical and analytical problem solving.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

- Master's degree with 2+ years of industry experience OR PhD degree in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. - 2+ years of experience in at least one of the following areas: substrate manufacturing, semiconductor fabrication, package assembly, wafer-level processing, or board/system integration. - Demonstrated ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

- 1+ years of experience in empirical data collection and statistical data analysis, reliability statistics, and design of experiments. - Technical background in any of the below mentioned areas of substrate or semiconductor or Intel package technology with proficiency in one or more areas of manufacturing process development, material characterization, and development design validation. - Technical understanding of capacitor, inductor, resistor passive component manufacturing process, functionality and testing procedures. - Technical understanding of active component fabrication, functionality and testing procedures. - Technical understanding of Intel's product certification methodology and integrated package risks with knowledge of modulators and controls. - Technical understanding of accelerated life testing methods and reliability statistics. - Programming or scripting experience for data analysis, such as Python or SQL. - Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams while effectively communicating complex concepts to diverse audiences. - Problem solving techniques such as model based problem solving, 8D and 5 Why.

Join Intel in our mission to create world-changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on Earth. Bring your passion, expertise, and innovation to help us achieve extraordinary results together.

Job Type: Experienced Hire Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: US, Arizona, Phoenix Additional Locations: Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. Position of Trust N/A Benefits We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry.

It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel . Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $103,730.00-198,820.00 USD The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Work Model for this Role This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. • Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change. • ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment.

If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Substrate Quality and Reliability Engineer role at Intel?

The listed annual base salary range is $104K–$199K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does Intel sponsor H-1B visas?

Intel has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Substrate Quality and Reliability Engineer role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Substrate Quality and Reliability Engineer role at Intel based?

This role is based in Phoenix, AZ. Work arrangement: Hybrid.

What degree is required for the Substrate Quality and Reliability Engineer role at Intel?

The posting accepts the following combinations: MS + 2 years, PhD + 0 years.

How many years of experience does this Substrate Quality and Reliability Engineer role require?

The posting calls for at least 2 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Substrate Quality and Reliability Engineer role work with?

substrate materials, passive components (capacitor, inductor, resistor).

What techniques or methods are required for this Substrate Quality and Reliability Engineer role?

accelerated life testing, material characterization, design of experiments, statistical data analysis.