Principal Engineer-Hardware

Microchip Technology Inc.; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 232,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Restricted stock units

Quarterly bonus

Health benefits from day one

Retirement savings

ESPP program

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking a Principal Engineer – Hardware for Research & Development Engineering in Beverly, MA. This role requires strong technical leadership in electronic systems development aimed at next-generation atomic clocks. Candidates should have a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering with over 10 years of experience in hardware design.

The position involves leading multidisciplinary teams, collaborating on product designs, and executing complex engineering plans. A competitive salary range from $75,000 to $232,000 is offered, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in hardware design.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to produce detailed design reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of electronic systems for atomic clocks.
• Collaborate with software and mechanical teams for product designs.
• Mentor electrical engineers on best practices.
• Execute test plans for engineering prototypes.
• Manage electrical designs in Agile PLM tool.

Skills

Technical leadership in hardware design

Understanding of analog designs

Knowledge of mixed-signal circuits

Experience with USB, SPI, I²C interfaces

Ability to read engineering drawings

Proficiency in technical research

Familiarity with PLM tools

Component selection for space applications

FPGA/CPLD and HDL design experience

RF and microwave synthesis knowledge

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Agile PLM tool

Job description

Position

Principal Engineer – Hardware, Research & Development Engineering – Beverly, MA.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for development of electronic systems to be utilized in next‑generation atomic clocks.
• Liaise with Software and Mechanical Design Teams to ensure robust and producible product designs.
• Provide FMA and other troubleshooting support to production on new and existing products.
• With the Hardware Engineering Manager, guide and mentor a focused group of electrical engineers on best practices for new product development and sustaining engineering.
• Develop and execute test and qualification plans for engineering prototypes.
• Design and capture schematics using the CAD suite, and work closely with the layout designer to ensure a working and manufacturable design.
• Manage electrical designs in the Product Lifecycle Management tool Agile – creating bills of material and engineering change orders.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering and 10+ years of relevant experience in hardware design.
• Complete understanding of analog designs such as active filters and control loops.
• Strong knowledge of mixed‑signal circuits and data converters.
• Knowledge of physical layer digital interfaces such as USB, SPI, and I²C.
• Proven ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, product and process specifications, and Statements of Work.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and interfacing with peers and management in a corporate setting.
• Proficiency in technical research and drafting of design reports.
• Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools; experience using Agile desired.
• Component selection for space applications with radiation requirements desirable.
• Experience with programmable logic (FPGA/CPLD) and HDL (VHDL/Verilog) design preferred.
• RF and microwave synthesis knowledge preferred.
• Crystal oscillator design experience preferred.

Additional Information

• US Export Controls: This position requires access to technology controlled by U.S. export laws. Candidates must provide proof of U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or protected status.
• Travel: 0%–25%.
• Physical Attributes: Feeling, Handling, Hearing, Lifting, Other, Reaching, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others.
• Physical Requirements: 70% sitting, 30% standing, 100% inside, lift 15 lbs.
• Pay Range: $75,000–$232,000 (U.S.) based on location, skills, and experience.
• Benefits: competitive base pay, restricted stock units, quarterly bonus, health benefits from day one, retirement savings, ESPP program. Full benefits list available at link.

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.