Principal Engineer-Quality

Microchip Technology Inc. • Simsbury, CT

13d • $75,000 - $232,000

About The Position

Microchip Technology is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Engineer to join our our Quality Team as a key contributor to product quality, process integrity and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Must possess or be able to obtain (at company’s expense) a Secret level clearance. US Citizenship is a prerequisite
• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing.
• Must have strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Must be familiar with ISO9001 and AS9100 requirements.
• This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).

Responsibilities

• Act as the main quality liaison with suppliers, customers, and internal teams.
• Resolve quality issues, lead corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement.
• Inspect and verify conformance of raw materials, in-process items, and finished goods.
• Report on quality metrics, non-conformances, and recommend improvements.
• Visit suppliers and customers to assess quality performance and gather feedback.
• Support new supplier onboarding and AS9102 First Article Inspections.
• Conduct internal and supplier audits to ensure compliance with ISO9001 and company standards.
• Deliver training to staff and promote a quality-focused culture.
• Collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and sales.
• Maintain technical competence and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform additional quality engineering tasks as needed.

Benefits

• 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.
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• Benefits of working at Microchip
• The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $75,000.00 - $232,000.00.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees