Microchip Technology logo
Semiconductor, Electronics, Manufacturing

Engineer II- Applications

Austin, TXOnsiteFull Time$70,304–$143,000 /yrPosted 24 days agoVisa sponsorship available

Is this role right for you?

Upload your resume and get a skill-by-skill breakdown — see exactly where you match, where you're close, and what to highlight. Not a mystery percentage.

Get a tailored resume highlighting what this role needs.

Required skills

  • electrical engineering
  • mixed signal circuits
  • embedded software
  • firmware
  • communication protocols
  • USB
  • PCIe
  • Ethernet
  • electrical circuits
  • assembly

Nice to have

  • application notes
  • data sheets
  • technical manuals
  • evaluation platform
  • webinars
  • workshops

Role summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking an entry-level Applications Engineer for its Networking Communication Systems business unit to support USB and PCIe products. Responsibilities include developing collateral like application notes and data sheets, creating and supporting evaluation platform PCBs, delivering technical training, and providing direct technical support to customers and sales teams. The role involves collaboration with Design, Product/Test, and Marketing teams to identify new applications and product definitions. A Bachelor's or Master's in electrical engineering or equivalent, with 2.5-5 years of relevant experience, is required, along with an understanding of electrical system design, mixed-signal circuits, and embedded software/firmware. Preferred qualifications include experience with communication protocols (USB, PCIe, Ethernet), C/Assembly programming, Linux, PCB design, technical presentations, customer support, and hardware/software troubleshooting.

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.

People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.

Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.

Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!

Job Description:

Microchip is seeking an entry level Applications Engineer within the Networking Communication Systems business unit. The engineer will support USB and PCIe products. The job responsibilities include:

  • Develop collateral such as application notes, data sheets, technical manuals, and other activities for new product development.
  • Develop and support evaluation platform PCBs for customer use.
  • Develop and present technical training such as webinars, hands-on workshops, etc. to customers, sales and field application engineers.
  • Provide direct technical support to sales and field application engineers as well as key strategic customers.
  • Work in a team environment and interact with Design, Product /Test and Marketing teams.
  • Work with Marketing and Sales team to identify new applications and market spaces and assist in the definition of new products.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Basic Requirements:

  • Bachelors or Masters in electrical engineering or equivalent discipline with 2.5 - 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Understanding of electrical system design including mixed signal circuits fundamentals.
  • Basic understanding of embedded software/firmware design.
  • Strong written communication skills.
  • Strong computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in presentation of technical information.
  • Experience in direct customer service and support.
  • Experience in working with communication protocols such as USB, PCIe, Ethernet, etc.
  • Experience in basic electrical circuits design.
  • Fundamental understanding of programming in embedded assembly and C programming languages.
  • Fundamental understanding of common lab equipment such as function generators, power supplies and oscilloscopes.
  • Experience in working with hardware and Microcontroller based designs.
  • Experience in trouble shooting hardware and software issues.
  • Experience working within Linux operating system distributions.

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

100% inside, 80% sitting, 10% walking, 10% standing

Pay Range:

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. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:

Benefits of working at Microchip

The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $70,304 - $143,000.*

*Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

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.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.

To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Ready to apply?
You'll be redirected to Microchip Technology's application page.

Similar roles

See how RiseMe works

Match, tailor, and prep so you send fewer applications and land more interviews.