Engineer I-Hardware

3 days ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Microchip Technology Inc. Full time

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:

As a Hardware Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the design, development, and implementation of our hardware solutions. You will collaborate with a team of talented product, design, and engineering teams to create cutting-edge products that meet the highest standards of quality and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop circuit boards for products and systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to be define hardware requirements and specifications.
  • Conduct simulations and prototyping to test hardware designs.
  • Analyze and improve existing hardware to enhance performance and reliability.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues during development and after deployment.
  • Provide technical processes, specifications, and changes for future reference and compliance.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest hardware technologies and industry trends.

Requirements/Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in hardware design and development.
  • Proficiency in hardware design tools such as CAD software (e.g. Altium Designer, Cadence, Ansys).
  • Strong understanding of electronic components and circuitry.
  • Experience with hardware testing methodologies and equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, etc.).
  • Familiarity with industry standards and certifications relevant to hardware engineering.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with other team members.
  • Experience with embedded systems and microcontrollers is a plus.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • A culture that values innovation, diversity, and inclusion.

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

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.

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