Engineering Applications Intern: Lab Bring-Up & FW Debug

Microchip Technologies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. in Houston, Texas is seeking an Intern-Engineering (Applications) to support the Applications team. The role involves assisting with technical support, writing application notes, setting up lab equipment, and debugging embedded firmware under guidance.

You will work on SAS/SATA/NVMe, PCIe, OS drivers, and documentation, collaborate with customers and the team, and develop user guides and release notes while learning from experienced engineers.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• Coursework, academic projects, or internship experience in applications or software development.
• Basic understanding of computer architecture.
• Scripting or automation knowledge (Python, Java, Tcl, other).
• SW programming experience (Java and C).
• Experience with installing OSes (Linux and Windows), setting up hardware and drivers.
• Good writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with SAS/SATA/NVMe Protocol, RAID controller embedded firmware, OS drivers, and management software.
• Support PCIe, security, and encryption technologies.
• Assist with customer and ODM requirements, design win support, deliverables, and initial system bring-up activities.
• Support channel customers, ecosystem partners, and distribution teams.
• Setup and maintain system compatibility and debug lab.
• Maintain knowledge base & issue tracking database.
• Perform code updates.
• Work independently, and in a team environment.
• Assist with root cause & documenting customer issues in a timely manner.
• Develop and review customer level documentation including user guides, release notes, technical product training, and application notes.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Python

C

Java

Scripting

OS setup

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Java NetBeans

Tcl/Tk scripting

Job description

Microchip Technology Inc. in Houston, Texas is seeking an Intern-Engineering (Applications) to support the Applications team. The role involves assisting with technical support, writing application notes, setting up lab equipment, and debugging embedded firmware under guidance.

You will work on SAS/SATA/NVMe, PCIe, OS drivers, and documentation, collaborate with customers and the team, and develop user guides and release notes while learning from experienced engineers.