Engineer 2 - Hardware

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Job Description:

Microchip Frequency and Time System (FTS) is a world leader in precision time and frequency equipment. Its clocks comprise the majority of those used to set the world’s standard for time. The company generates, distributes, and applies precise time for the communications, aerospace/defense, IT infrastructure, science, and metrology industries. Microchip FTS customers range from telecom service providers and network equipment manufacturers to governments agencies, and their suppliers worldwide are able to build more reliable networks and other systems by using the company's advanced timing technologies, atomic clocks, services and solutions. 

Microchip FTS is seeking candidates for an Engineer II - Hardware position in the Clocks Engineering Group located in Beverly, MA.  The role focuses on the design, documentation, testing, troubleshooting, and lifecycle support of quartz, atomic frequency oscillators/references, and associated technologies used in commercial, industrial, and military/space applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design electronic systems, composing of analog, mixed signal, embedded, and RF/microwave circuits.
• Host and participate in detail-oriented design reviews.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, mechanical, PCB design, and program management teams.
• Develop requirements, specifications, verification/validation plans, and procedures in accordance with the new product introduction process.
• Support troubleshooting, failure analysis, compliance, and component obsolescence activities.
• Create and support change orders per the product lifecycle management system.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Person status.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Computer Engineering.
• Minimum 2.5 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of circuit theory, linear systems, digital systems, control loops, schematics, PCB design, simulation tools, and common test lab equipment.
• Knowledge of electronics manufacturing, assembly, and test processes.
• Contend with multiple tasks/projects simultaneously, with good organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong desire for continuous learning.
• Willing to travel on occasion, for up to 1 week at a time, including international travel.
• Willing to work evenings or weekends on occasion, with flexible accommodations.

Preferred Skills:

• Proficiency in RF/microwave circuits and crystal oscillator designs.
• Knowledge of FPGA and embedded software development.
• Knowledge of engineering and software tools (Python, C, LabView, MATLAB, Ansys, SPICE, VHDL/Verilog).
• Experience using Altium Designer and SolidWorks.

• Experience in ruggedized designs for harsh environments.

U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).

Travel Time:

No Travel

Physical Attributes:

Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

80% sitting, 20 % standing. Lift 10LBS

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.*

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.

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