Engineer I-Product/Test

Microchip Technology Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. in Austin, TX, invites applications for an Engineer I-Product/Test in the Networking & Connectivity Solutions unit.

You will help develop, characterize, qualify, and release connectivity products including Ethernet, USB, and PCIe, while collaborating with global cross-functional teams. You will grow through hands-on development, testing and data analysis, gaining experience in semiconductor product development and next-generation networking technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and digital multimeters.
• Programming or scripting experience (Python, C/C++, VBA, etc.) is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated individual contributor with the ability to work proactively in a collaborative environment.
• Strong teamwork, organization, multitasking, communication, and active listening skills.
• Technical writing and editing experience with the ability to create clear engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support new product introduction from silicon bring-up through production release.
• Perform product characterization, qualification, and yield analysis.
• Develop and maintain automated test solutions and test programs.
• Analyze electrical and manufacturing data to identify and resolve product issues.
• Collaborate with design, validation, quality, reliability, and manufacturing teams.
• Drive improvements in product quality, test efficiency, and manufacturing performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Technical writing

English communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Science

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Digital multimeters

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 was 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.

Job Description

Microchip Technology Inc. has an Engineer I-Product/Test opening in the Networking & Connectivity Solutions (NCS) Business Unit in our Austin, TX office. In this role, you will help develop, characterize, qualify, and release industry-leading connectivity products including Ethernet, USB, and PCIe solutions while working with global cross‑functional teams. This is an exciting opportunity to launch your career in semiconductor product development and work on next‑generation networking and connectivity technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support new product introduction from silicon bring-up through production release.
• Perform product characterization, qualification, and yield analysis.
• Develop and maintain automated test solutions and test programs.
• Analyze electrical and manufacturing data to identify and resolve product issues.
• Collaborate with design, validation, quality, reliability, and manufacturing teams.
• Drive improvements in product quality, test efficiency, and manufacturing performance.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and digital multimeters.
• Programming or scripting experience (Python, C/C++, VBA, etc.) is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated individual contributor with the ability to work proactively in a collaborative environment
• Strong teamwork, organization, multitasking, communication, and active listening skills
• Technical writing and editing experience with the ability to create clear engineering documentation
• Excellent written, proof‑reading, and verbal English communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior intern experience in Electronics

Travel Time

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes

Feeling, Handling, Hearing, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements

10% Standing, 10% Walking, 80% Sitting, 100% Inside-MF 8-5PM

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.

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