Microchip Technology

Principal Engineer - Quality

Microchip Technology$75K — $232K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Must have US citizenship due to ITAR regulations.
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or similar field.
  • At least 10 years of experience in a manufacturing setting.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
  • Familiarity with ISO9001 standards is required.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary quality liaison with suppliers, customers, and internal teams.
  • Lead efforts to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Perform inspections to ensure raw materials and products meet quality standards.
  • Monitor quality metrics and suggest enhancements based on findings.
  • Conduct site visits to suppliers and customers for quality assessments and feedback.
  • Facilitate new supplier onboarding and conduct AS9102 First Article Inspections.
  • Carry out internal and supplier audits to ensure ISO9001 compliance.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive wellness and medical benefits starting on the first day of employment.
  • Gold standard in medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Eligible for a quarterly employee cash bonus plan.
  • Access to a restricted stock grant.
  • Employee stock purchase plan available.
  • Tuition reimbursement program for further education.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan to support long-term financial goals.
  • Various spending accounts offered for flexible benefits.
  • Life and long-term care insurance included.
  • Legal assistance and employee assistance programs available.
  • Generous paid time off policy including vacation and sick leave, plus 10 paid holidays.
Full Job Description
If interested please follow the link to apply, please select Microchip Recruiter as the source; https://wd5.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/microchiphr/External/job/Principal-Engineer-Quality_R2134-26

Job Description:

Microchip Technology is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Engineer to join our Quality Team as a key contributor to product quality, process integrity and operational excellence.

Responsibilities:
  • Act as the main quality liaison with suppliers, customers, and internal teams.
  • Resolve quality issues, lead corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Inspect and verify conformance of raw materials, in-process items, and finished goods.
  • Report on quality metrics, non-conformances, and recommend improvements.
  • Visit suppliers and customers to assess quality performance and gather feedback.
  • Support new supplier onboarding and AS9102 First Article Inspections.
  • Conduct internal and supplier audits to ensure compliance with ISO9001 and company standards.
  • Deliver training to staff and promote a quality-focused culture.
  • Collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and sales.
  • Maintain technical competence and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
  • Perform additional quality engineering tasks as needed.


Qualifications

Requirements/Qualifications:

  • US Citizenship Required - ITAR Site.
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or equivalent.
  • 10 years of experience in manufacturing.
  • Must have strong communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Must be familiar with ISO9001 requirements.


Additional Information

Benefits
  • Wellness & Medical Benefits effective on your First Day of Employment
  • Gold Standard in Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Benefits
  • Quarterly Employee Cash Bonus Plan
  • Restricted Stock Grant
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan
  • Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Long Term Care
  • Legal
  • Employee Assistance Plan


Paid Time Off
  • Vacation Pay
  • Absence Time - "Sick Pay"
  • 10 Paid Holidays


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:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Feeling, Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

70% sitting, 15% standing, 15% walking

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 $75,000 - $232,000.*

*Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

Application window will remain open until qualified candidates have been identified.

About Microchip Technology

Microchip Technology is an American semiconductor company headquartered in Chandler, Arizona. The company was founded in 1989 and has been providing microcontroller and analog semiconductors for over 30 years. Microchip Technology operates in over 100 locations in 70 countries and has more than 18,000 employees worldwide. The company's products include microcontrollers, memory, and other analog and mixed-signal products. Microchip Technology's mission is to provide innovative solutions for a wide range of applications, including automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics.
Learn more about Microchip Technology
Size
21,000 employees
Market Cap
$37.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$333.3 million
Founded
1989
5 Year Trend
+14.9%
Revenue
$5.2 billion
NASDAQ

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