Engineer - Device; Technology Development

Job Description

We are looking to hire a talented, highly motivated prospective engineer to be part of our team. As a Technology Development and Device Test Engineer with Microchip Technology, you will test semiconductor devices for characterization, modeling, and reliability.

• Learn and perform the basics of semiconductor process engineering in order to understand how the process steps affect the functioning of the devices you will be measuring.
• Learn and perform the basic measurement techniques for transistors (both bipolar and MOSFETS), diodes, capacitors, and resistors.
• Learn the various reliability issues associated with semiconductors.
• Test and analyze the results of reliability issues to calculate device lifetime expectancies.
• Become proficient in the operation of lab equipment such as source measurement units (SMUs), LCR meters (inductance (L), capacitance (C), resistance (R)), digital multi meters, oscilloscopes, wafer probe stations and other specialized equipment used to test for ESD (electrostatic discharge) susceptibility.
• Train on specialized software used to control the lab equipment.
• Work with the appropriate process integration engineers on development activity.
• Work with multi‑discipline teams to aid in the development and testing of new and existing technologies.
• Perform the upkeep of lab equipment by having equipment calibrated and performing preventative maintenance.
• Perform other job related tasks as directed by the manager.

• Basic proficiency in a programming language such as Visual Basic, C++, or others that will be used in the programming of lab equipment and data analysis.

• Bachelor, Masters, or PhD degree in electrical, physics, or computer engineering, or other similarly oriented program.

0% - 25%

• Bending at waist
• Carrying
• Crouching
• Electrical hazards
• Handling
• Hearing
• Kneeling
• Lifting
• Noise and/or vibration
• Other
• Seeing
• Talking
• Works alone
• Works around others

Monday – Friday 8 hours/day, 95% inside, 5% outside, 75% sitting, 20% standing, 5% walking

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 ESPP program with a 2‑year look‑back feature.

The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $75,000 - $85,000
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* Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

Benefits of working at Microchip include competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits, retirement savings, and an equity program.

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.

Application window will remain open until qualified candidates have been identified.