Embedded Systems Reference Design Engineer

Microchip Technology Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings plans

Quarterly bonus payments

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is looking for a Reference Design Engineer in Colorado Springs. In this role, you will manage the lifecycle of reference designs, develop new concepts, and ensure technical accuracy. The position requires collaboration across engineering, marketing, and product management teams.

You should have at least 5 years of design experience in embedded systems and be proficient with tools like Altium Designer. Competitive compensation includes base salary, stock options, and comprehensive benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of design experience in microcontroller or microprocessor based embedded systems.
• Practical experience using AI tools or AI-assisted engineering solutions.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to delivering quality work.

Responsibilities

• Create, review or update schematics, PCB layouts, and other technical documentation.
• Develop or adapt embedded software for reference designs.
• Manage multiple reference design projects simultaneously.

Skills

Embedded systems expertise

8-bit and 32-bit embedded C programming

Schematic capture and PCB layout tools

Microsoft Office proficiency

Excellent verbal and written skills

Organizational skills

Education

BS or BSc in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Altium Designer

Siemens Xpedition

Job description

Microchip Technology Inc. is looking for a Reference Design Engineer in Colorado Springs. In this role, you will manage the lifecycle of reference designs, develop new concepts, and ensure technical accuracy. The position requires collaboration across engineering, marketing, and product management teams.

You should have at least 5 years of design experience in embedded systems and be proficient with tools like Altium Designer. Competitive compensation includes base salary, stock options, and comprehensive benefits from day one.