Senior Technician II - Engineering

Microchip Technology Inc; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Holidays

Bonuses

RSUs

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Medical benefits

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is seeking a Senior Technician II-Engineering to support advanced prototype testing and electronics assembly in a highly technical environment.

The role involves reading schematics, soldering, using test equipment and collaborating with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and improve devices and systems.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in related field.
• 10+ years' experience in electronics assembly and testing.
• Able to read schematics and drawings.
• Experience in soldering and cable assembly.
• Able to multi-task and stay organized.
• Teamwork and fast learning in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in space-qualified construction and testing techniques.
• Experience with documentation generation and storage.

Responsibilities

• Support Engineering activities: design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication & assembly of prototype systems.
• Work with RF/Microwave devices and specialized test equipment.
• Test and troubleshoot from schematics and layouts to defined plans.
• Perform operation tests and fault isolation on systems and equipment.
• Assist in determining methods to remedy malfunctions.
• Help design and test equipment for validation.
• Use instruments like oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators.

Skills

Schematics reading

Soldering

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Fast learning

Documentation

Test troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Oscilloscope

Spectrum analyzer

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 has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Technician II-Engineering at our facility in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. This role offers the opportunity to operate in a highly technical and scientific environment, employing a variety of manufacturing and testing techniques. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following activities:

• Support Engineering Activities including: Design, Test, Check-out, Modification, Fabrication & Assembly of prototype electromechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, RF/Microwave devices and specialized test equipment.
• Applications include Electronic Circuits, Microwave RF, and Logic Systems.
• Work from Schematics, Diagrams, Written and Verbal Descriptions, Layouts or Defined plans to perform testing, Check-out and troubleshooting functions.
• Perform Operation Test and Fault isolation on systems and equipment.
• Assist in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions.
• Assist in design, construction, test and check-out of test equipment.
• Use manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment, including, but not limited to, test programs, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators and specialized test apparatus.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Essential Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in related field.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience and a proven track record of excellence in electronics assembly and testing.
• Ability to read and understand schematics and drawings.
• Experienced in soldering and cable assembly.
• Demonstrated ability to multi‑task and remain highly organized.
• Comfortable working with cross functional teams.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to fast paced environment.
• Strong commitment to teamwork and process.
• Demonstrated proficiency in space qualified construction and testing techniques.
• Demonstrated proficiency in documentation generation, organization, and storage.

Desired Qualifications:

• BS/BA in Engineering / Engineering Technology.
• J-STD Certification (terminals and wires, through hole technology and surface mount technology)
• Experience in High Precision timing, test, and measurement.
• Experience with Ultra High Vacuum systems
• Demonstrated proficiency in space qualified construction and testing techniques.
• Demonstrated RF design capabilities.
• FPGA programming experience.

Benefits:

To reflect and honor how essential our team is, they have access to all the following benefits:

• 2 weeks of Vacation AND 2 weeks of Personal for Calendar Year (waiting period may apply)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Quarterly Bonuses
• Restricted Stock Units & Employee Stock Purchase Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Legal Benefits on Day 1
• 401k & Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement

U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).

Travel Time:

No Travel

Physical Attributes:

Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

60% sitting, 20% standing, 20% walking, 100% inside

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.