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Job Description:

Building tomorrow’s technology doesn’t just take hard work. It also takes teamwork, talent, and a desire to go “above and beyond”. Together, these make the impossible possible. This is Engineering at Microchip.

We are Microchip’s Communications Business Unit (CBU), a premier supplier for 100Gbps+ networking and System on Chip (SoC) devices. We develop next-generation technologies that are revolutionizing communications and the Internet. Our award-winning products are used by major technology companies to enable high performance computing and high-bandwidth, cloud-based applications such as streaming services, social media platforms and video conferencing. We make it happen.

Our Business Unit is looking for an enthusiastic Technician to join our team as we validate, test, and support our leading-edge semiconductor devices. The Validation, Software, Applications and Product Engineering groups operate hundreds of hardware platforms on 25+ benches and racks across three labs. We require dynamic, versatile technicians who want to participate in manufacturing, bring up, and test of complete systems (circuit boards, ICs, firmware, and software). You will work with hardware platforms that include leading edge technologies such as Ethernet, PCI Express, FPGAs, fiber optics and 112Gbps SERDES, and RISC-V embedded processors under the guidance of design engineers. You will experience limitless learning and growth opportunities. Your work will add real value to Microchip’s products.

What we need:

• Guide board builds through the whole flow including PCB manufacturing, kit procurement, and board assembly.

  • Purchase, assemble and audit board kits comprised of hundreds of components.

  • Coordinate track build processes with vendors.

• Perform new board bring-up and debug as required.

• Perform rework and modification (including soldering) of circuit boards down to 0201 component size.

• Install and maintain Computer-On-Module systems running Linux.

• Coordinate upgrades, maintenance and calibration of lab testers and other equipment.

• Maintain lab workspace cleanliness, organization, and tidiness.

• Conducting engineering tests and troubleshooting on test platforms

• Performing initial reviews of test result and uploading output data to appropriate repositories

• Troubleshooting when validation platforms fail to yield desired results

• Performing debug or special experiments without pre-defined documentation

• Communicating results and prompt notification of any gating issues

What we offer:

• Continuous technical innovation in a fast paced and engaging environment.

• Continuous career development with training opportunities.

• Opportunity to impact today’s technology to enable tomorrow’s applications.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Required Skill Set:

• You want to be part of an exciting, dynamic, and challenging work environment, requiring rapid and constant learning and skills development.

• You have a systematic approach to problem-solving within a team and on your own. When something isn’t working properly, it’s important to you to figure out why.

Preferred Skill Set:

• Diploma of Technology in Electronics.

• 2 to 5 years of relevant work experience.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.

• You have experience with:

  • Circuit schematics and board layout viewers.

  • Fine-pitch SMD soldering, board rework processes, ECOs, and change tracking tools.

  • Python and/or other scripting languages like TCL, Perl.

  • Lab test equipment.

  • Linux operating systems.

Travel Time:

No Travel

Pay Range:

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading IESPP program with a 6-month look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:

Benefits of working at Microchip

The hourly pay range for this position is $47,000 - $67,000.*

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