Engineer II – Applications

Microchip Technology Inc.

. Develop collateral such as application notes, data sheets, technical manuals, and other materials for new product development .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,304 - $143,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical system design, including mixed-signal circuit fundamentals, and possesses strong communication skills for technical training and customer support. Proficient in embedded software/firmware design and experienced in hardware troubleshooting and microcontroller-based designs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical System DesignEmbedded Software/Firmware DesignTechnical Training PresentationCustomer Service and SupportCommunication Protocols (USB, PCIe, Ethernet)

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Hard Skills

Mixed-Signal Circuit FundamentalsBasic Electrical Circuit DesignEmbedded Assembly ProgrammingC ProgrammingTroubleshooting Hardware and Software IssuesLinux Operating SystemFunction GeneratorsPower SuppliesOscilloscopesMicrocontroller-Based Designs

Soft Skills

Strong Written Communication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical EngineeringMaster's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Industry Keywords

Technical ManualsApplication NotesData SheetsEvaluation Platform PCBsWebinarsHands-On WorkshopsSales SupportProduct DevelopmentMarket ApplicationsCustomer Interaction

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyLinux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent discipline
2.5–5 years of relevant experience
Understanding of electrical system design, including mixed-signal circuit fundamentals
Basic understanding of embedded software/firmware design
Strong written communication skills
Strong computer skills
Experience presenting technical information
Experience in direct customer service and support
Experience with communication protocols such as USB, PCIe, and Ethernet
Experience in basic electrical circuit design
Fundamental understanding of embedded assembly and C programming languages
Fundamental understanding of common lab equipment such as function generators, power supplies, and oscilloscopes
Experience with hardware and microcontroller-based designs
Experience troubleshooting hardware and software issues
Experience working within Linux operating system distributions
Travel availability of 0%–25%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Restricted stock units
Quarterly bonus payments
Health benefits beginning day one
Retirement savings plans
Industry-leading ESPP program with a 2-year look-back feature
Employee development and Leadership Passage Programs
Company perks
Diversity and workplace excellence programs