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Principal Engineer-Test

Microchip Technology Inc
United States, Texas, Austin
Oct 22, 2025

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Job Description:

Microchip Technology Inc. has a Principal Engineer-Test opening based in our Austin, TX office. We are seeking a self-motivated Principal Test Engineer for the Timing and Communications Group (TCG). The successful candidate will develop ATE test programs for MEMS based Clock Generation and Oscillator products, ranging from new product development, tester platform transfers, and manufacturing support.

Responsibilities:

  • ATE test program development of new MEMS based timing products from defining costs and schedules to program generation

  • Defining ATE test hardware schematics and overseeing board layout

  • ATE transfers onto new test platforms

  • Involved in all areas of test development from initial specification through manufacturing and customer support

Requirements/Qualifications:

  • BSEE (MSEE preferred) or equivalent

  • 10 years' experience with ATE test development, V93K Smart Scale

  • Strong in C and C++ programming languages, Unix/Linux shell usage

  • Knowledge of PCB structures and development

  • Must have ability to set and meet goals

  • Self-motivated, able to work independently, excellent communication and presentation skills, and ability to excel in a multi-disciplinary team environment across multiple locations

  • Strong analytical, and problem-solving skills

  • Understanding of semiconductor test methods

Preferred Qualifications:

  • MSEE or equivalent preferred

  • Experience with V93K Smart Scale ATE tester preferred

  • Knowledge of clock synthesizers and oscillator products a plus

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Handling, Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone

Physical Requirements:

10%Standing, 10%walking, 80%Sitting, 100% Inside-MF 8-5PM

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.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.

To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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