Engineer I - Test

Job Title

Engineer I - Test

Role Summary

Join Microchip's USB and Networking Group test team to develop and validate test programs, debug test hardware/software, and support new product introduction (NPI) and sustaining test activities for digital and mixed-signal semiconductor devices.

Experience Level

Entry-level - 0 to 2.5 years of semiconductor IC development experience.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include test program development, platform support, and technical problem resolution across hardware and software.

• Develop, debug, and characterize test programs and patterns for NPI and sustaining products.
• Perform platform conversions and tester platform migration between ATE systems.
• Execute silicon validation, qualification, and correlation activities.
• Identify and implement test hardware/software value-engineering improvements.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional teams to resolve test S/W and H/W issues.
• Provide tactical engineering support to contract manufacturers and customers.
• Review and debug loadboard/DIB schematics and test hardware.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills, plus a few preferred skills listed separately.

• Strong understanding of digital and analog circuits from transistor to system level.
• Hands-on experience with ATE hardware/software (examples: Diamond X, J750, Uflex).
• Experience in silicon development, validation, qualification, and correlation methodologies.
• Advanced statistical data analysis and scripting skills (e.g., Perl); familiarity with tools such as YieldHub.
• Familiarity with version control systems (GIT, SVN, Perforce) and proficient in Linux/Unix and Windows.
• Practical bench-lab skills (oscilloscopes, multimeters) and test-programming skills on ATE platforms.
• Applied programming experience in C, C++, and/or VB.
• Knowledge of semiconductor test techniques for digital and mixed-signal devices and IC packaging/testing/manufacturing processes.
• Excellent analytical, project management, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to work with global teams.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Nice-to-have: loadboard schematic design experience, familiarity with wafer fab processes, and experience with new product test development.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering. Role description specifies 0–2.5 years of semiconductor IC development experience.

About the Company

Company: Microchip

Headquarters: Chandler, Arizona, USA

Microchip is a leading semiconductor company focused on developing innovative solutions to enhance the human experience. With a commitment to empowering innovation, Microchip prioritizes the value of its employees by fostering a culture that supports their growth and contributions.