Intern- Equipment Engineering Technician (Wet Process)

Microchip Technology Inc.; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,444,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is offering an Equipment Maintenance Technician Intern (Wet Process) at Fab 4 in Gresham, OR.

The paid internship supports students in Microelectronics, Mechatronics, or Electronics Engineering Technology AAS programs, with tuition/books/fees covered at designated colleges. Interns will learn semiconductor equipment maintenance and may be eligible for a full-time Equipment Technician II position after completing the AAS program, subject to Fab 4 business needs.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Microelectronics, Mechatronics, Electronics Engineering Technology, or other approved AAS programs.
• Ability to work two 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced cleanroom environment during the school year.
• Ability to apply theoretical concepts to practical applications.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Read schematics and use hand tools for calibration, diagnosis, and repair of equipment.
• Disassemble, adjust, and repair equipment per maintenance specs and OEM manuals.
• Use diagnostic equipment to monitor performance and make reliability improvements.
• Work safely around radiation, electrical, mechanical, liquids, and gases.
• Communicate issues and solutions clearly to the team; plan effectively and seek help when needed.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Written communication

Education

AAS in Microelectronics/Mechatronics/Electronics Engineering Technology

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Unix

Linux

Job description

Job Description

Microchip is hiring an Equipment Maintenance Technician Intern (Wet Process) at our Fab 4 facility in Gresham, Oregon. This is a paid internship, and Microchip will cover the cost of tuition, required books, and most fees for interns currently enrolled in Microelectronics, Mechatronics or Electronics Engineering Technology AAS Programs at Mt. Hood Community College, Portland Community College, Clackamas Community College or other designated institutions. Other relevant programs may be considered. Interns will learn semiconductor equipment maintenance, and assuming successful work performance, they will be eligible for a full‑time position as an Equipment Technician II upon completion of the AAS program. Offers of full‑time employment are also contingent on Fab 4 business need. Interns are required to work no fewer than 24 hours per week. Their work schedule will accommodate their class schedule for courses required to complete the AAS degree program.

Responsibilities

• Read and navigate schematics, hand tools and common test equipment for calibration, diagnosis and repair of equipment.
• Disassemble, adjust and repair equipment according to maintenance specifications and OEM manuals.
• Utilize diagnostic equipment to monitor equipment performance, diagnose root causes, and make reliability improvement recommendations.
• Work safely with systems that contain radiation, electrical, mechanical, liquid and gas hazards.
• Apply mechanical and equipment knowledge in a wide variety of electrical, pneumatic and robotic systems.
• Present issues and solutions to the group. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Be a self‑starter who can plan effectively, re‑prioritize and ask for help when needed.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Microelectronics, Mechatronics, Electronics Engineering Technology, or other approved AAS programs.
• Ability to work at two 12‑hour shifts in fast‑paced cleanroom environment during the school year.
• Ability to apply theoretical/textbook concepts in practical, real‑world applications.
• Creative thinking, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Competence in MS Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong organization, documentation, and writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work full‑time 12‑hour Compressed Work Week (CWW) shifts during summer.
• Familiarity with Unix and Linux.

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Critical Physical Requirements: Able to lift, push, pull approx. 50 lbs; carry 50 lbs; sit 5%; stand 60%; walk 35%; must be able to perform activities that include climbing, bending at waist, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, crawling, handling, feeling, hearing, talking, seeing. Work environment could include slippery surfaces, noise or vibrations, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, fumes or odors, dust or gases.
• Special Requirements: Ability to travel infrequently for training purposes.
• Travel time: 0% – 25%.
• Physical Attributes: Bending at Waist, Carrying, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Feeling, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Stooping, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others.
• Physical Requirements: Able to lift 20 lbs; push, pull approx. 50 lbs; carry 20 lbs; sit 60%; stand 20%; walk 20%; must be able to perform activities that include climbing, bending at waist, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, crawling, handling, feeling, hearing, talking.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.

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