Sr. Product Development Engineer - Mechanical Engineering Job Listing at AMD in Austin, TX (Job ID 87917-en-us)

Description

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THE ROLE: 

AMD is seeking a Senior Product Development Engineer to play a key role in the development and commercialization of advanced package technologies. In this position, you will lead mechanical engineering activities that enable new product introductions and next-generation packaging solutions from concept through production.

You will work closely with package design, thermal, reliability, manufacturing, and supplier teams to develop innovative mechanical solutions, support product qualification, and drive successful production ramps. This role offers the opportunity to influence future packaging technologies while collaborating with global engineering teams and manufacturing partners across the semiconductor ecosystem.

THE PERSON:

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated mechanical engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and driving products from development into high-volume manufacturing. You are hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of balancing technical depth with cross-functional collaboration.

Success in this role requires strong problem-solving skills, a passion for innovation, and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate takes ownership, communicates effectively, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where continuous learning and improvement are valued.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Serve as the mechanical SME for advanced packaging technology development and NPI programs.
• Lead mechanical development activities from concept through qualification and production ramp.
• Design and optimize tooling, fixtures, test hardware, and manufacturing solutions using SolidWorks.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support package development, reliability, and production readiness.
• Support OSAT partners with process development, qualification, yield improvement, and manufacturing activities.
• Investigate mechanical and assembly issues, perform root-cause analysis, and drive corrective actions.
• Contribute to new packaging technologies, materials, and engineering solutions while supporting product lifecycle activities.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

• Experience in mechanical engineering within semiconductor, electronics, advanced packaging, or high-tech manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D design, assemblies, and engineering documentation.
• Experience with tooling, fixture design, FEA, warpage analysis, structural simulation, or thermo-mechanical modeling.
• Familiarity with NPI, qualification, manufacturing, and production support activities.
• Experience working with OSAT partners and global manufacturing suppliers.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively across global, cross-functional engineering teams.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: 

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, or a related engineering discipline.
• Advanced degree in a relevant engineering field is a plus.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.   We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants' needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position.  AMD's “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.