Henkel · 2 days ago
Principal Application Engineer - Semiconductor Advanced Package
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$120K/yr - $150K/yr
10+ years expHenkel is a company that is shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. The Principal Application Engineer will serve as the technical lead for advanced semiconductor packaging materials, working closely with customers to optimize processes and troubleshoot issues to ensure successful product adoption.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the technical lead for Henkel’s advanced semiconductor packaging materials
Work directly with customers to optimize wafer or panel-level encapsulation and molding processes
Troubleshoot complex material and process issues for both developmental and commercial products
Ensure successful product adoption by delivering clear, measurable value to customers
Solve technology-specific challenges across product lines through innovative application development and material characterization
Collaborate closely with R&D, sales, and product teams to translate customer needs into technical solutions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
10+ years of experience in semiconductor advanced packaging materials or processes
Strong expertise in wafer-level encapsulation and molding technologies
Solid understanding of current and emerging packaging trends, including 2.5D and 3D packaging
Proven ability to work independently and lead technical discussions with customers
Strong communication skills with a customer-focused, ownership-driven mindset
Effective project and time management skills, with a consistent focus on quality and delivery
Willingness to travel up to 10%
Benefits
Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program
Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement
Company
Henkel
Henkel leads with innovations, brands, and technologies to create sustainable value.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
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Leadership Team
Carsten Knobel
Chief Executive Officer
Chelly Cruz
Digital Marketing Specialist
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