Engineer I– Process (Thin Films/CMP)

Microchip Technology Inc.•Colorado Springs, CO

7d•$70,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking an Engineer I – Process (Thin Films/CMP) to join their team. This role is an opportunity to be part of a global organization that designs technology powering the world. The company fosters an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication, offering unlimited career potential and recognized Leadership Passage Programs. Microchip is built by dedicated team players who challenge the status quo and have achieved record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability. The company offers a comprehensive total compensation package including competitive base pay, restricted stock units, quarterly bonus payments, health benefits starting day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry-leading ESPP program. The Engineer I – Process will plan and execute technical projects for continuous improvement, analyze and integrate project results, and design, coordinate, and perform experiments to develop new processes and enhance manufacturing techniques. The role involves leading team activities to reduce variation in critical processes, facilitating problem-solving sessions, and applying planning and problem-solving tools. Additionally, the engineer will provide training and technical direction, establish and document equipment and process operating specifications, develop Out of Control Action Plans, and solve complex process integration problems. Regular communication with management and cross-functional groups is expected, along with preparing and presenting reports on project status and experimental results. Collaboration with other technical groups to exchange information and stay current with industry developments is also a key aspect of the role. Engagement with the Microchip Learning Center is required to understand process flows, company culture, and expectations.

Requirements

Demonstrate proficiency with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistics.
Apply mathematical concepts, including fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, and analytical methods, to practical situations.
Utilize advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and algebraic principles.
Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, both internally and externally.
Define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions using strong analytical skills.
Lead problem-solving and quality improvement initiatives.
Solve practical problems involving both abstract and concrete variables, including interpreting nonverbal symbolism (e.g., formulas, scientific equations, graphs).
Read, interpret, and analyze scientific and technical journals and procedures.
Work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrate proficiency with advanced mathematical concepts such as plane and solid geometry, trigonometry, calculus, matrices, solid-state, and device physics.
Apply mathematical operations to statistical tasks such as frequency distribution, test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, and correlation techniques.
Address a variety of concrete variables in situations with limited standardization.
Ability to apply active listening, effective communication, and constructive feedback to support and develop junior engineers and technicians.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute technical projects to drive continuous improvement projects.
Analyze, summarize, and integrate project results in collaboration with project team members.
Design, coordinate, and perform experiments to develop new processes and enhance manufacturing techniques.
Lead team activities to reduce variation in critical processes, targeting Cpk values ≥ 1.67.
Facilitate problem-solving sessions to address process and device issues.
Apply planning and problem-solving tools (e.g., PFMEA, fault tree analysis, event tree analysis) in team settings.
Provide training and technical direction to support personnel.
Establish and document equipment and process operating specifications.
Develop Out of Control Action Plans, Troubleshooting Guides, and Corrective Action assignments for process failure modes.
Provide disposition for affected processes, tools, and lots as needed.
Solve complex process integration problems both independently and within teams.
Communicate regularly with management and cross-functional groups to ensure alignment on process engineering needs and challenges.
Prepare and present reports to management on project status and experimental results.
Collaborate with other technical groups within and outside Microchip to exchange technical information and stay current with industry developments.
Engage with the Microchip Learning Center to understand process flows, company culture, and expectations.