Engineer I –Device/Test (Parametric/Etest)

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Job Description:

Entry level position for a semiconductor parametric device test engineer.  Will support the development of parametric test capability for a wide portfolio of products and technologies at our Colorado Springs wafer fabrication site.

Shift: 1st

Responsibilities

·         Develop and optimize new parametric test programs on automated test equipment.

·         Transfer existing test capability to new tester platforms.

·         Use AI tools to accelerate the transfer process.

·         Drive parametric test yield improvements through test optimization and by working closely with yield enhancement, technology development, and process engineering.

·         Support a manufacturing operation by ensuring test capabilities are set up for new products and technologies and by providing disposition support in support of daily ship goals.

·         Drive continuous improvement, including test time reduction, rework reduction, and OEE improvement.

·         Manage and improve the overall engineering operation, including specifications and procedures.

·         Verify results on SPA bench verification equipment.

·         Support development of various data analysis tools.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Skills and Knowledge

• Basic computer programming experience.
• Knowledge of transistors and semiconductor device physics.
• Understanding of basic wafer fab processing techniques.

• Ability to measure electrical characteristics on devices and products and ability to explain measurements and results to peers and management.

• Ability to communicate effectively internally and externally with all levels of an organization and lead problem solving/quality improvement activities

Required Education and/or Experience

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Device Physics, Microelectronics or related.
• Computer Science degree with a sufficient understanding of electronic devices may also be OK
  

Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate:

• Employment stability, reliability, and sustained accountability in prior roles.
• Effective teamwork and cross-functional collaboration.
• Integrity and accuracy in representing qualifications, experience, and credentials.

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Bending at Waist, Bending at Waist, Carrying, Climbing, Crouching, Dust or gases, Electrical Hazards, Feeling, Foot Controls, Fumes or Odors, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Mechanical Hazards, Noise and/or vibration, Piece Work, Poor Ventilation, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Slippery surfaces, Stooping, Talking {+ 1 more}

Physical Requirements:

Able to lift, push, pull approx. 50 lbs; carry 50 lbs; sit 5%; stand 60%; walk 35%

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 ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:

Benefits of working at Microchip

The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $70-110k.*Application window will remain open until qualified candidates have been identified.

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