Senior Engineer II-Applications (EMC)

Microchip Technology Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. in Austin, Texas, is seeking a Senior Engineer II-Applications (EMC) to perform radiated and conducted EMC tests and to maintain lab operations.

The role involves collaborating with global teams, supporting internal customers, and ensuring equipment is calibrated and functional. The ideal candidate has 7.5+ years in EMC/RF testing, familiarity with automotive EMC standards, and strong problem-solving and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering; 7.5+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience in EMC testing and/or RF testing.
• Familiar with automotive EMC standards and test setups on component/IC level.
• Proficient with advanced RF measurement techniques and lab instruments.
• Growth mindset with willingness to learn new skills and technologies.
• Strong problem-solving and clear written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct EMC measurements for radiated and conducted tests per test plan.
• Consult internal customers on EMC test plans, setups and measurement techniques.
• Collaborate with internal customers to bring up equipment for testing in lab and monitor tests.
• Identify EMC-related issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Assist with development and improvement of EMC test procedures, tools, and processes.
• Stay current on EMC standards, industry practices, and emerging technologies to guide support and product development.

Skills

EMC testing

RF testing

communication

team collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (B.E. / B.S. or M.E. / M.S.)

Tools

Python

RF measurement devices

EMC test equipment

Job description

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.

People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip's nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it's won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.

Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.

Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!

Job Description:

Microchip Technology Inc. has a Senior Engineer II-Applications (EMC) opening based in Austin, Texas. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting EMC tests for radiated and conducted emissions and immunity according to various international standards. Your scope of work will include maintaining the lab's operation and ensuring the equipment used is functional and calibrated. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with global teams and support internal customers across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct EMC measurements for radiated and conducted tests according to a test plan
• Consult internal customers EMC test plans, test setups, measurement techniques
• Work closely with internal customers to bring up equipment to be tested in our lab and ensure it can be monitored throughout the tests
• Work closely with internal customers to identify EMC-related issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Assist with the development and improvement of EMC test procedures, tools, and processes to support consistent and reliable results.
• Stay current on relevant EMC standards, industry practices, and emerging technologies to help guide application support and product development.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, preferably with a focus in communications engineering, along with 7.5+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience in EMC testing and/or RF testing
• Be familiar with automotive EMC standards and common EMC test setups on component and IC level.
• Proficiency with advanced RF measurement techniques and the respective laboratory test & measurement devices
• Eager to learn new skills and technologies, with a growth mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex technical challenges and develop practical solutions
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, including creating easy-to-understand technical documentation
• Comfortable communicating and collaborating with team members from diverse language backgrounds
• Collaborative team player who works well across functions, teams, and geographic locations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with a control SW for automated EMC testing
• Experience with script language programming, e.g., Python

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

10% Standing, 10% Walking, 80% Sitting, 100% Inside-MF 8-5PM

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.

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