Director of Packaging Technology

Diodes•Plano, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Director/Sr. Director of Packaging Technology to lead global teams in the development and integration of packaging solutions for high-performance semiconductor products. This role will focus on package architectures, assembly processes, thermal and mechanical reliability, and cross-functional collaboration with design, manufacturing, suppliers, and quality teams. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in semiconductor packaging technologies and a strong track record of bringing analog and power products from concept through qualification and high-volume production.

Requirements

MSc or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
15+ years of direct experience in semiconductor packaging or advanced electronics packaging.
10+ years of global team management and leadership roles.
Strong knowledge of packaging technologies, materials, and assembly processes.
Experience with package reliability testing and qualification standards.
Deep understanding of thermal, mechanical, and electrical interactions in package design and CPI (chip-package interaction).
Experience working with OSATs, substrate vendors, assembly houses, and semiconductor supply chains.
Ability to troubleshoot packaging failures and drive root cause/corrective action.
Strong project and global team leadership and cross-functional communication skills.
Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Nice To Haves

Mandarin a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and qualification of semiconductor packaging solutions, including: Flip-chip, Chip Embedding, Wafer-level packaging (WLP/FOWLP) Panel-level packaging System-in-package (SiP), multi-chip modules (MCM) and power modules Leaded packages for power applications
Define package architecture based on electrical, thermal, mechanical, reliability, and cost requirements.
Drive package technology selection and development for new product introductions.
Work closely with IC design, substrate, board, thermal, reliability, and manufacturing teams to ensure package compatibility and performance.
Oversee package layout reviews, stack-up definition, material selection, and interconnect strategy.
Perform and guide simulations and analysis related to thermal, mechanical, electrical, as well as design for manufacturability (DFM).
Develop assembly flows and process requirements for captive plants and OSATs/manufacturing partners.
Lead package qualification activities, including DOE planning, failure analysis, and reliability testing.
Resolve packaging-related issues during NPI prototype builds, qualification, and production ramp.
Collaborate with suppliers and internal/external manufacturing partners on process improvements, material evaluation, and yield optimization.
Create and maintain package specifications, design rules, process documentation, and technical reports.
Partner closely with corporate leadership to define multi-year capability/capacity roadmaps aligned with product and business growth, resource plans, and organizational strategy.