Packaging Engineer

up and down the stack to refine the end-to-end quantum computing system assembly. Experience with industry-grade laminate and PCB design tools (Cadence Allegro/APD suite, Mentor Expedition PCB, Altium Designer etc.) is required. Experience with simulation of either/both electromagnetic characteristics and thermal characteristics is a strong bonus. Because the role includes collaboration between several diverse and dynamic teams of technical and operations personnel, good communication skills, initiative, and a strong sense of responsibility are key.

Responsibilities include:

• Physical design of laminates and PCBs.

• Conversion of high-level specifications to low-level design details.

• Validating laminate/PCB designs for electromagnetic (signal integrity/power integrity) performance.

• Validating laminate/PCB designs for thermal performance.

• Collaboration with chip design teams and system integration to drive I/O interface definitions.

Required education

Master's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

• PCB/laminate layout (using Cadence Allegro/APD, Altium Designer, Siemens Xpedition etc.).

• Familiarity with fabrication DFM cycles.

• Mechanical/thermal engineering for microelectronics.

Preferred technical and professional experience

• EM simulation.

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IBM Research is the organic growth engine of IBM and an innovation engine for our customers and partners. As part of this mission, IBM Research anticipates and examines 'What's Next in Computing' to ultimately create and integrate the technologies the world relies upon to solve big challenges and unlock new opportunities. We create and pioneer new markets for IBM, our partners and customers as exemplified in our ongoing quest to reach practical and large-scale quantum computing. Across IBM Research, we realize the power and potential to accelerate discovery with our partners and clients by combining the power of high performance computing, AI, and Quantum, all integrated through the hybrid cloud.

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IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:

• Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being

• Financial programs such as 401(k), the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs

• Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law

• Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals

• Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences

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This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.