Senior Engineer I - Component
Microchip Technology Inc.•Lawrence, MA
•$70,304 - $205,000•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a Senior Engineer I - Component to support and drive the development, qualification, and management of critical suppliers and components used in advanced manufacturing and semiconductor-related assemblies. This role is ideal for a Mechanical Engineer with a strong Materials Science background who thrives at engineering, supplier quality, and manufacturing processes. You will play a key role in ensuring reliability, supplier performance, and material/process integrity across the supply base.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or related field
- 5 – 7 years of experience in engineering, supplier quality and manufacturing
- Strong background in materials science and process–material interactions
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree or MBA
- 3-5 years’ experience
- Experience in semiconductor, aerospace, or high-reliability manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with hermetic packaging and microelectronics assembly
- Knowledge of electroless and electrolytic plating of electronic packaging
- Knowledge of common semiconductor industry standards
- Experience conducting supplier audits
- Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
Responsibilities
- Strong previous experience as a technical lead for suppliers, driving performance in quality, delivery, and root cause and corrective action planning.
- Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, with a focus on continuous improvement, improving lead times and risk mitigation.
- Lead supplier qualification, audits, and capability assessments for new and existing vendors.
- Ensure that all supplied products meet mechanical, thermal, and material performance requirements.
- Review and approve drawings, specifications, and material/process requirements.
- Lead or support root cause investigations related to supplier quality issues.
- Develop and maintain specifications, qualification reports, and supplier documentation.
- Ensure compliance with applicable industry and customer standards (e.g., MIL, IPC).
Benefits
- health benefits that begin day one
- retirement savings plans
- industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
