Engineer II-Quality

Microchip Technology Inc.; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 68,640 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus opportunities

Health benefits starting day one

Retirement savings plans

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. in Beverly, MA, is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to provide support ensuring materials meet design and production standards. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and possess at least 4 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Six Sigma methodologies and familiarity with manufacturing environments is necessary. The position offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $68,640 – $143,000 based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience or training in quality.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably PCBA or electronics assembly.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 auditing, GD&T, IPC-610/J-STD-001 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identification and analysis of product and process problems.
• Audit manufactured goods for conformance to standards.
• Engage with contract manufacturers for product transfer and change management.
• Provide routine reporting on material and product quality trends.
• Conduct supplier audits of products and processes for conformity.

Skills

Six Sigma methodologies

Microsoft Office

Lean quality philosophies

Minitab SPC

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

Microchip Frequency and Time Division (FTD) is a world leader in precise time solutions, providing advanced timing technologies, atomic clocks and related services to the communications, aerospace/defense and IT infrastructure industries. This role involves providing quality assurance support to ensure purchased parts and manufactured goods meet company standards for design, procurement, manufacturing and reliability, and executing continuous improvement initiatives using Six Sigma tools and practices.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in identification, analysis and resolution of product and process problems using Six Sigma methodologies.
• Audit manufactured goods for conformance to Engineering & Manufacturing Standards.
• Engage with contract manufacturers for product transfer, new product introduction and change management.
• Provide routine reporting on material and product quality trends, recommending improvement actions.
• Perform First Article Inspection (FAI) on PCBA’s, pre-fab parts, sheet metal parts and systems.
• Conduct supplier audits of products, procedures and processes for conformity to configuration control.
• Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) meetings, adding supplier/manufacturing quality inputs.
• Analyze failures and non-conformities using our Agile PLM system, and perform root‑cause and corrective action analyses.
• Assist with supplier quality system audits and conduct process audits at supplier sites; travel domestically and internationally as required.
• Support inspectors with part quality issues and drive corrective action to completion; interface with suppliers and engineering to enhance drawings and requirements.
• Perform additional design, development and support tasks as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field and at least 4 years of experience or training in quality, or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably printed circuit board design or electronics assembly.
• Proficiency with Six Sigma and 8D methodologies for root‑cause and corrective‑action implementation.
• Knowledge of Lean quality philosophies, processes and tools.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Highly motivated, independent worker with excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of Minitab SPC application.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 auditing, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and IPC‑610/J‑STD‑001 – preferred training.
• Open to gaining additional knowledge through training in auditing, GD&T, SOC operations and related areas.
• Proof of US citizenship, permanent residency or classification as a protected individual (U.S. Export Controls Requirements).

Travel Time

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes

Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Reaching, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements

Sitting 50%, Standing 40%, Walking 10%, Lift 15 lbs.

Pay Range

The total compensation package includes competitive base pay, restricted stock units, quarterly bonus opportunities, health benefits starting day one, retirement savings plans and an industry-leading ESPP program. The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the U.S., is $68,640 – $143,000. The range depends on location, skills and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Recruitment Agency Notice

Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.