Engineer I - Corporate Applications

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 Technology is currently seeking an ENTRY LEVEL solutions-minded engineer to join our Corporate Applications Engineering (CAE) team. The primary responsibility of this role is to provide technical support to clients. This requires the candidate to analyze problems using product data sheets, schematics, scope plots, and other tools. The candidate will write/analyze source code and perform hardware/firmware testing to provide guidance in resolving technical issues. Furthermore, the candidate will be responsible for documenting issues to drive corrective action. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical, communication, and organizational skills, and will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of Microchip Technology's product portfolio, with ongoing opportunities for professional development.Key Responsibilities Include:C language programming.Perform hardware / firmware debugging using development tools to replicate and resolve customer issues.Document root cause findings and corrective actions.Help customers overcome technical design challenges via phone and other electronic communication channels, including support tickets and live chat.Apply familiarity with machine learning and AI frameworks to drive solutions.Author and review articles for Microchip's Knowledge Base, application notes, and other written collateral.Requirements/Qualifications:Minimum qualifications include: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.0-3 years of professional experience developing embedded firmware and/or hardware.Strong programming skills in C for embedded applications.Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.Expertise in one or more of the following microcontroller peripherals UART, SPI, I2C, ADC, DMA, PWM.Strong working knowledge of electronic lab equipment (e.g. oscilloscope, logic analyzer, digital multi-meter, protocol analyzers, soldering iron and other tools).Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.Self-motivated professional who can work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams.Preferred qualifications include: Master's Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.Experience with Embedded Linux and RTOS.Customer support experience.Professional experience with advanced protocols – Ethernet, USB, CAN, Bluetooth.Solid understanding of one of more of the following: Power Electronics, Hardware Development (Schematic Design, PCB prototyping).Analog hardware background.Familiarity with Microchip Technology’s products and services.Travel Time:No TravelPhysical Attributes:Feeling, Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around OthersPhysical Requirements:80% sitting, 10% standing, 10% walkingMicrochip Technology Incis 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.SummaryLocation: AZ - ChandlerType: Full time