Director, IC Packaging Engineering – Mechanical Simulation
QualcommDirector, IC Packaging Engineering – Mechanical Simulation
QualcommLocation
San Diego, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
7/3/2026
Compensation
$227,300 - $340,900 per year
Job description
The Director of Mechanical Simulation at Qualcomm will lead a team focused on delivering FEA-based mechanical simulation solutions for advanced packaging technologies. This senior leadership role requires strategic alignment across various teams, including IC package design and New Product Introduction. The Director will be responsible for developing talent, managing stakeholder relationships, and advancing simulation methodologies. The position emphasizes innovation in simulation workflows and tooling to enhance team efficiency.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field and 8+ years of System/Package Design/Technology Engineering or related work experience.
- Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field and 7+ years of System/Package Design/Technology Engineering or related work experience.
- PhD in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of System/Package Design/Technology Engineering or related work experience.
- 12+ years of combined experience in Finite Element modeling and analysis for IC electronic packaging and interconnects.
- 5+ years of direct people management experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of engineers responsible for mechanical simulation solutions.
- Drive strategic alignment across IC package design, NPI, assembly, and CPI teams.
- Oversee the development and validation of mechanical FEA models.
- Establish best-known methods for test correlation and material characterization.
- Guide stress and mechanical analysis for IC package designs.
- Champion innovation in simulation workflows and automation.
- Manage cross-functional stakeholder relationships.
Benefits
- Qualcomm offers competitive compensation, annual bonuses, stock programs, comprehensive healthcare coverage, retirement plans, wellness programs, parental leave, flexible work options, and professional development opportunities.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Qualcomm Technologies Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
198
FY2026
Approval rate
98.1%
FY2026
LCA certified
59,278
FY2026
Entry-level share
0.0%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-22%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
+30%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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