Principal Thermal Mechanical Photonic Designer

NVIDIA is seeking a Principal Thermal Mechanical Photonic Designer to join their global circuits team in Santa Clara, California. The role involves daily tasks such as designing thermal and structural aspects of silicon photonic systems, conducting stress simulations on optical components, and developing experimental methodologies for thermal validation and laser performance. Candidates will also model thermo-mechanical interactions in silicon die-packages, analyze solder joint fatigue, and support optical and system engineering leads in opto-mechanical design. A PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field is required, along with over 15 years of relevant experience, including at least 8 years in silicon photonics IC development from concept to high-volume manufacturing. The position demands strong hands-on lab skills in silicon evaluation and debugging. The job is suitable for individuals with extensive experience in product development and a solid understanding of thermal characterization and reliability testing. The employment type is not specified, and the working arrangement details are also not mentioned.