Senior Technician-Reliability

Microchip Technology Inc.; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking a Principal Reliability Engineer based at our Chandler headquarters. In this role, you'll support product reliability across multiple business units while managing lab operations and mentoring junior engineers. Successful candidates will have an associate’s degree and at least 7 years of lab experience.

The position requires strong skills in ESD control, lab protocols, and equipment maintenance. We provide an inclusive workplace and value all applicants, adhering to equal opportunity regulations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in loading and reworking semiconductor devices using ESD-safe practices.
• 7+ years of hands-on laboratory or semiconductor experience is required.
• Strong working knowledge of lab equipment and engineering test setups.

Responsibilities

• Support products from multiple business units worldwide.
• Manage lab inventory and ensure efficient lab operations.
• Communicate effectively with engineers and take ownership of lab responsibilities.

Skills

ESD control procedures

Clean lab protocols

Documenting lab procedures

Lab equipment maintenance

Mentoring junior technicians

Education

Associate's degree in Electronics or related field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Power supplies

Automated test systems

Job description

Job Description

Microchip’s fast-growing Microcontroller, Analog and Power Device business is looking for a Principal Reliability Engineer to bring new products to market. Based in our Chandler headquarters, you would be part of the Reliability Engineering team tasked with supporting products from multiple business units worldwide. Additionally, you would help shape and influence our overall monitors and product qualification strategy. This position is a senior individual contributor position.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrated expertise in ESD control procedures, clean lab protocols, and safe handling of sensitive Microchip devices.
• Ability to maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot lab tools and systems, including test fixtures, sockets, thermal systems, and bench setups.
• Strong skills in documenting lab procedures, test results, equipment usage, and maintenance logs, following Microchip quality and traceability standards.
• Ability to manage lab inventory, organize tools and fixtures, schedule equipment usage, and ensure efficient day-to-day lab operations.
• Knowledge of electrical safety, chemical handling, and equipment safety standards, ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to mentor junior technicians/engineers, communicate effectively with engineers and managers, and take ownership of lab-related responsibilities as a senior technical resource.
• Ability to multi-task and manage several device qualifications at a time.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Proven experience loading, unloading, and reworking semiconductor devices on circuit boards, including sockets, DUTs, and test fixtures, using ESD-safe practices.
• Associate’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field, with 7+ years of hands‑on laboratory or semiconductor experience.
• Strong working knowledge of lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, curve tracers, programmers, and automated test systems.
• Experience supporting engineering test setups, debugging hardware issues, and assisting engineers with board bring‑up and device validation.

Additional Requirements & Qualifications

• Self‑motivated and take full responsibility for creating lab solutions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Must adhere to Microchip's guiding values.
• Limited travel: 5% or less.
• Must be able to lift 40lbs safely.
• US Person; due to ITAR Lab Requirements.

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 Requirements

0% - 25%

Physical Requirements

Lifting 40lbs, 100% inside, normal business hours.

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.