Technician I- Engineering (Probe)

Microchip Technology Inc.•Colorado Springs, CO

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Probe PPE Engineering Technician I supports wafer probe and test operations by assisting Process, Product, and Test Engineering teams with probe card hardware, equipment support, and test setups. This role focuses on executing defined technical tasks, maintaining documentation and workstreams, and supporting new product and hardware rollouts while developing deeper probe and test expertise. The Technician-I work closely with engineers, production specialists, and technicians to help ensure optimal equipment availability and stable probe performance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Experience working in a semiconductor fab, probe, or test environment
Basic knowledge of probe and test equipment, processes, and systems
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Ability to function in a fast-paced environment while supporting multiple tasks or priorities
Good communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Positive, can-do attitude with willingness to learn and support team objectives

Nice To Haves

Associate degree (AA) in a technical field or 2+ years of relevant semiconductor manufacturing experience
Prior experience supporting semiconductor test or probe equipment
Exposure to working with PPE, Test Engineers, or Product Engineers
Experience participating in high-profile or cross-functional projects
Familiarity with documentation systems, workstream tracking, or inventory management

Responsibilities

Support Probe and Test operations through hands-on assistance with probe card hardware, test equipment, and related processes
Assist PPE and Test Engineers with product testing, engineering setups, and new product or hardware introductions
Perform routine preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting on probe-related equipment, including Probe Analyzer tools, following documented procedures
Helping coordinate probe equipment and process activities with PPE and Production leads to minimize production delays
Assist in identifying recurring equipment or process issues and escalating findings to engineering for resolution
Maintain effective communication between Test Engineering, Product Engineering, technicians, and production specialists to support equipment availability
Support data collection efforts and assist with providing necessary information for engineering decision-making
Assist with ordering, tracking, and inventory of probe cards, hardware, and consumables
Maintain accurate documentation, logs, and workstream tracking for probe-related activities
Participate in product and equipment transfers under guidance
Assist in training and development of production personnel on higher-level probe and test tasks as experience is gained
Willingness to provide after-hours support or participate in an on-call rotation, including weekends, as required