Engineer I - Test

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Job Description:

We are looking for an Engineer I - Test to join our team to support our DPG product line.

Job Description:

• Knowledge of RF test equipment, network analyzers, PNA-X, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, DC and RF sources, various hardware interfaces, probes.
• Familiarity with RF MMIC amplifiers and switches along with basic concepts such as complex numbers, s-parameters, transmission lines, Smith chart, tuning, gain, insertion loss, return loss, IP3, noise figure, power, dB, dBm.
• Excellent communication skills and show initiative in day-to-day work.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment.
• Ensure hardware requirements are met and test procedures and diagrams are followed.
• Troubleshoot test setups, calibrations, or any anomalies in data to identify root cause and to develop solutions.
• Software programming skills in C#, Visual Studio and Excel are a plus.
• Manage multiple projects and deliver commitments to customers.
• Utilize RF/Microwave test equipment, test fixtures, RF and DC probes and various microwave measurement techniques.
• Setting up and using a semi-automatic probe station based on specific test requirements and RF probing on-wafer or on die mounted carrier plates using an in-house software application.
• Carry out custom test setups when specific data is requested.
• Prepare and present engineering test reports with plots and communicate complex engineering concepts to development team members.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) preferably in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Electrical Engineering Technology, or related engineering degree.
• 0-2 years of test and/or troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Word, One Note).

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Bending at Waist, Carrying

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work at a desk and/or stand for prolonged periods of time

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.
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