Engineer II- Applications

Microchip Technology Inc.; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking an entry level Applications Engineer in the Networking Communication Systems unit in Hauppauge, NY.

The role focuses on USB and PCIe products, developing collateral, supporting evaluation PCBs, and delivering technical training to customers and field engineers. You will work with Design, Product/Test and Marketing teams to identify new applications and contribute to new product definitions; strong communication and embedded software fundamentals are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline.
• 2.5–5 years of relevant experience.
• Understanding of electrical system design including mixed signal circuits fundamentals.
• Basic understanding of embedded software/firmware design.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop collateral for new product development including data sheets and application notes.
• Develop and support evaluation platform PCBs for customer use.
• Deliver technical training such as webinars and hands-on workshops.
• Provide direct technical support to sales teams and key customers.
• Collaborate with Design, Product/Test and Marketing teams to identify new applications.
• Assist in defining new products and market opportunities.

Skills

Written communication

Computer skills

Electrical system design

Embedded software basics

Linux familiarity

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Embedded assembly

C programming

Oscilloscopes

Function generators

Power supplies

Lab equipment

Linux

Job description

**Job Description:**Microchip is seeking an entry level Applications Engineer within the Networking Communication Systems business unit. The engineer will support USB and PCIe products. The job responsibilities include:* Develop collateral such as application notes, data sheets, technical manuals, and other activities for new product development.* Develop and support evaluation platform PCBs for customer use.* Develop and present technical training such as webinars, hands-on workshops, etc. to customers, sales and field application engineers.* Provide direct technical support to sales and field application engineers as well as key strategic customers.* Work in a team environment and interact with Design, Product /Test and Marketing teams.* Work with Marketing and Sales team to identify new applications and market spaces and assist in the definition of new products.**Requirements/Qualifications:**Basic Requirements:* Bachelors or Masters in electrical engineering or equivalent discipline with 2.5 - 5 years of relevant experience.* Understanding of electrical system design including mixed signal circuits fundamentals.* Basic understanding of embedded software/firmware design.* Strong written communication skills.* Strong computer skills.Preferred Qualifications:* Experience in presentation of technical information.* Experience in direct customer service and support.* Experience in working with communication protocols such as USB, PCIe, Ethernet, etc.* Experience in basic electrical circuits design.* Fundamental understanding of programming in embedded assembly and C programming languages.* Fundamental understanding of common lab equipment such as function generators, power supplies and oscilloscopes.* Experience in working with hardware and Microcontroller based designs.* Experience in trouble shooting hardware and software issues.* Experience working within Linux operating system distributions.**Travel Time:**0% - 25%**Physical Attributes:**Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others**Physical Requirements:**100% inside, 80% sitting, 10% walking, 10% standing**Pay Range:**We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:Benefits of working at MicrochipThe annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $70,304 - $143,000.\\*\\*Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.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.