Packaging Engineer I

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more at www.silabs.com.

Meet the Team

The Assembly and Packaging team at Silicon Labs partners with suppliers and product teams to ensure successful new product introductions and innovative packaging solutions. We collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design and validate packaging approaches that balance performance, reliability, and manufacturability. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions that support our clients’ diverse applications in the semiconductor space.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate new product introduction (NPI) activities with suppliers, ensuring readiness for manufacturing.
• Partner with in-house product teams to develop and optimize packaging designs tailored to customer needs.
• Conduct technical analyses using simulation and modeling software to evaluate packaging performance.
• Support manufacturing process development and problem-solving for packaging-related issues.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across assembly, packaging, and supply chain operations.
• Document design and qualification processes, ensuring compliance with quality and reliability standards.

Skills You Need

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Strong foundation in materials, fluid mechanics, and manufacturing principles.
• Proficiency with at least one simulation or design tool (e.g., AutoCAD, Ansys).
• Familiarity with supply chain considerations in semiconductor or related industries.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate across teams.

The Following qualifications will be considered a plus:

• Experience with Ansys for simulation or analysis.
• Familiarity with Cadence or other electronic design automation (EDA) tools.
• Prior exposure to semiconductor packaging design and validation processes.
• Hands-on project or internship experience related to materials, packaging, or manufacturing engineering.
• Knowledge of reliability testing, thermal/mechanical stress analysis, or advanced packaging technologies.

Benefits & Perks

You can look forward to the following benefits:

• Great medical (Choice of PPO or Consumer Driven Health Plan with HSA), dental and vision plans
• Highly competitive salary
• 401k plan with match and Roth plan option
• Equity rewards (RSUs)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life/AD&D and disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Adoption assistance
• Back-Up childcare
• Additional benefit options (Commuter benefits, Legal benefits, Pet insurance)
• Flexible PTO schedule
• 3 paid volunteer days per year
• Charitable contribution match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free downtown parking
• Onsite gym
• Monthly wellness offerings
• Free snacks
• Monthly company updates with our CEO

The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $66,500 - $123,500 USD. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus, equity package and a comprehensive benefits package.

Silicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and job-related criteria without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.