Engineer I-Software Development

Microchip Technology Inc. • Beverly, MA

3d • $70,304 - $143,000

About The Position

Microchip in Beverly, MA is seeking a Software Engineer to develop, maintain, and enhance Automated Test Equipment (ATE) systems used in the manufacturing and characterization of atomic clocks, oscillators, timing modules, and related frequency-control products.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person capable of working with products and information controlled under EAR and ITAR regulations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 0 - 2 years of experience developing automated test systems or equivalent engineering software.
• Strong proficiency in C, C#, Python, VB.NET, SQL, and related development tools.
• Understanding of electrical circuits, measurement fundamentals, and signal analysis.
• Understanding of software-based control of test instruments and industrial equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Experience developing automated test sequences for manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing automated test systems or equivalent engineering software.
• Experience with RF, timing, or frequency-control products (oscillators, OCXOs, atomic clocks).
• Knowledge of automation frameworks and data analysis tools.
• Experience with precision measurement systems and long-term stability testing.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous-improvement practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test software for production environments.
• Implement test sequences that measure key product parameters in compliance with formal product specifications.
• Develop applications using C, C#, Python, VB.NET, SQL, and related languages.
• Interface with and control industrial and laboratory equipment, including Environmental Chambers, Power Supplies, Oscilloscopes, Frequency Counters, Phase Noise Analyzers, and RF/Timing Measurement Instruments.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to define test requirements.
• Troubleshoot test failures and perform root-cause analysis.
• Improve test architectures, automation frameworks, and data analysis tools.
• Generate documentation for software, procedures, and test systems.

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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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