Engineer I-IS (Equipment Automation)

Microchip Technology Inc.; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking an Engineer I-Information Systems (Equipment Automation) in the Manufacturing Integration Team. The engineer will work with automation technologies, AI-assisted tools, and modern development practices to support semiconductor fabrication equipment.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting host communications, scripting for monitoring, and collaborating with network teams. On-site opportunities with after-hours support may be required.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience troubleshooting equipment automation issues.
• Comfortable with C, C++, C#, Python, Visual Basic.
• Comfortable with Windows and Linux operating environments.
• Basic knowledge of communications hardware (RS232 vs Ethernet).
• Basic SQL query skills.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools and LLM-based code assistants.
• Understanding of AI/ML concepts (supervised learning, classification, regression).
• Ability to translate archaic text-based communications with little to no documentation.
• Experience with version control systems.
• Self-driven with strong time management and project management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible and responsive regarding changes to process and work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting host communications for semiconductor equipment.
• End-to-end troubleshooting of semiconductor equipment host communications.
• Coordinate and implement robust solutions beyond regular equipment resets.
• Develop and maintain Python scripts for equipment monitoring, data collection, and automation.
• Collaborate with network engineers to ensure network best practices.
• Use company tracking systems to log requests, issues, and projects.
• Interact with technical and non-technical users and departments.
• Participate in training and onboarding of new employees.

Skills

C

C++

C#

Python

Visual Basic

SQL

AI-assisted tools

LLM-based code assistants

Windows

Linux

Education

BS Degree: Computer Science / Electrical / Computer Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Oracle Database

CI/CD pipelines

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: Microchip has an opportunity for an Engineer I-Information Systems (Equipment Automation) in the Manufacturing Integration Team at our semiconductor fabrication facilities. The Engineer I will work with automation technologies, AI-assisted tools, and modern development practices.Essential FunctionsSetup, maintenance, and troubleshooting host communications for semiconductor equipmentEnd to end troubleshooting of semiconductor equipment host communicationsIndependently coordinate and implement robust solutions that go beyond regular equipment resetsUtilize AI-assisted development tools and LLM-based code assistants for coding and troubleshootingDevelop and maintain Python scripts for equipment monitoring, data collection, and automationCollaborate with network engineers to ensure network best practices are utilizedUse company tracking systems to log requests, issues, and projectsWork with both a technical and non-technical user communityInteract professionally with colleagues, leads, supervisors, managers, internal customers, and other departmentsParticipate in the training and onboarding of new employeesRequirements/Qualifications:BS Degree: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent0-2 years of experience troubleshooting equipment automation issuesComfortable with C, C++, C#, Python, Visual basicComfortable with both Windows and Linux operating system environmentsBasic knowledge of communications hardware (RS232 versus Ethernet)Basic SQL query skillsExperience using AI-assisted development tools and LLM-based code assistantsUnderstanding of basic AI/ML concepts (supervised learning, classification, regression)Ability to translate archaic text-based communications with little to no documentationExperience with version control systemsSelf-driven with strong time management and project management skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsFlexible and responsive regarding changes to process and work assignmentsWill be required to be available for after-hours support onsite or remotePreferred SkillsFamiliarity with frontend semiconductor manufacturingKnowledge of fab equipment communication protocols (SECS/GEM)Experience troubleshooting issues within a corporate network environmentExperience working with equipment management, fault detection classification/control and cell controller software solutionsSemiconductor experience working with fab equipmentKnowledge of SEMI Standards, SECS/GEM standards and VFEI protocolsKnowledge of relational databases and their tools (Oracle preferred)Experience with CI/CD pipelines and test automationCritical Physical RequirementsMust be able to work for long periods in a clean room environment wearing full bunny suit attire.Must be able to lift 25 lbs; push 60 lbs, pull approx. 60 lbs; carry 25 lbs; sit 60%; stand 20%; walk 20%; must be able to perform activities that include bending at waist, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, crawling, handling, feeling, hearing, talking, seeing.This is a Safety Sensitive position.Travel Time:0% - 25%Physical Attributes:Bending at Waist, Carrying, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Electrical Hazards, Feeling, Foot Controls, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Mechanical Hazards, Noise and/or vibration, Other, Piece Work, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Stooping, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around OthersPhysical Requirements:Must be able to lift 35 lbs; push 80 lbs, pull approx. 80 lbs; carry 35 lbs; sit 20%; stand 40%; walk 40%.Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.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.