Senior Technician II - Engineering

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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.

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We are seeking a hands‑on, energetic Senior Engineering Technician to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and optimizing advanced equipment used in chip‑scale atomic clock manufacturing. You will collaborate closely with engineers and technicians to develop, test, and refine prototypes, and play a key role in ensuring our manufacturing processes meet the highest standards of reliability and performance.

This position offers an experience‑rich opportunity to work alongside cross‑disciplinary teams in a fast‑paced, collegial environment. You will have high levels of autonomy and access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities, including internal foundries, assembly plants, testing labs, and failure analysis resources.

• Oversee installation, maintenance, and repair of manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal functionality and uptime.
• Ensure all equipment complies with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Design, modify, and optimize mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
• Conduct regular inspections, diagnostics, and testing to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Operate and maintain equipment in cleanroom environments.
• Build and test prototypes.
• Inspect wafers and parts for quality assurance.
• Collaborate with engineers to implement process improvements and support R&D initiatives.
• Document procedures, maintenance activities, and test results accurately.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology, Electronics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of experience in equipment maintenance, process engineering, or semiconductor manufacturing.
• Hands‑on experience with pick and place equipment, and semiconductor fabrication is preferred.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools, automation systems, and cleanroom protocols.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

• Team player with a collaborative mindset.
• Self‑starter who takes initiative and ownership.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Inclusive, embraces diversity, and embodies Microchip’s guiding values.

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…