Senior Engineer - Applications

FHLB Des Moines; Whiteley; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking an Applications Engineer for maXTouch to develop and support capacitive touch solutions. You will design evaluation boards, build testing tools in C# and Python, and work with embedded C teams across geographies. Strong problem solving and client-facing capabilities are essential.

You will apply AI tools to streamline tasks, troubleshoot designs, and deliver customer training. Travel and collaboration across disciplines are expected.

Qualifications

• Academic background in electronics with hands-on project experience.
• Experience in analog/digital circuit design and PCB entries.
• Proficiency in C#/Python and embedded C development.
• Ability to apply AI tools to improve workflows and design tasks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate maXTouch products and evaluation boards.
• Create custom test equipment and software tooling (C#, Python).
• Troubleshoot customer designs and propose improvements.
• Deliver training on maXTouch solutions to customers (in person or virtual).
• Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams to support full product lifecycles.

Skills

Electronic circuit design

PCB schematic entry

C# and Python

Embedded C

AI tools usage

Cross-disciplinary teamwork

Soldering & oscilloscope use

Education

MSc/BSc in Electronics

Tools

Oscilloscope

Lab test equipment

Soldering equipment

Job description

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc. People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence. Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you. Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!

Job Description:

As an Applications Engineer you will provide development and customer support for Microchip’s maXTouch® Capacitive Touch products. You will be part of a team both locally and worldwide that is responsible for creating and maintaining software and hardware solutions to support customer projects. You will also be part of a team developing next generation capacitive touch screen products.

Main Functions:

• Key member of Multi-Discipline Team for new product development, responsible for all Applications-related project tasks, including product validation and documentation
• Design and development of evaluation boards and custom test equipment for maXTouch products
• Development of new software tooling (C#, Python)
• Application of AI tools (Claude/ChatGPT/…) to assist with and optimise daily workflow and tasks
• Advise on and implement innovative ideas and solutions for Microchip’s maXTouch customers worldwide
• Troubleshoot customer designs and recommend improvements
• Assist with manufacturability and usage issues
• Deliver training in maXTouch products to customers, in person and virtually
• Adhere to all prevailing company design rules (H/W & S/W), Processes and QA guidelines.

Job Requirements Engineering Skill Set:

• Electronic circuit design (analogue and digital)
• Electronic circuit test and debug/diagnostics PCB schematic entry
• Software development in C# and/or Python
• Embedded software in C
• Using AI (Claude/ChatGPT/…) in the work environment
• Working in a multi-discipline team to deliver full product lifecycle development
• Able to solder, use an oscilloscope and other lab test equipment.

Acquire in-depth expertise in relevant Microchip products and their applications to various industries.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Ideally M.Sc./B.Sc. or B.Eng. Hons. in Electronics or a similar relevant subject (HND + relevant experience also acceptable). Relevant work experience – a proven “problem solver” who thrives on complex technical challenges and is personally motivated to provide the best solution for clients 0-7 years’ post graduate experience. We are flexible on the years of experience.

Competencies:

• Problem Solving—Systematically solves problems and hypothesizes possible client pain points, expectations, and implicit needs; brainstorms with team members to devise solutions to solve complex client challenges
• Communication—Tailors communication to the client’s needs with authority; has strong verbal and written communication skills; good command of technical English
• Ownership—Goes out of his or her way to complete a task and has relentless drive to achieve results; is independent and self-directed, and takes initiative
• Workflow Management—Sets clear, realistic, and time-bound objectives that align to business growth; breaks each objective into tasks and process steps that can be achieved within a realistic timeframe. Manages competing claims on his/her time.

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Recruitment Agencies:

To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Company Mission and Culture:

As one of the top performing semiconductor companies in the world, we are led by a set of guiding values and a mission to empower innovation to enhance the human experience. We work tirelessly to create a company culture that highlights how important every employee is to our mission.