Principal Test Engineer – Advanced Packaging
Job Description
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Job Description:
Microchip’s Advanced Packaging team delivers competitive advantage by enabling the next generation of highly integrated, miniaturised electronic solutions. By combining expertise across materials, mechanical, electronics and packaging disciplines, the team pushes the boundaries of what is possible in modern microelectronics.
As a Principal Test Engineer, you will play a critical role in the design, development and industrialisation of next-generation electronic modules. You will shape test strategy, drive technical direction, and collaborate across a multi-disciplinary environment to deliver robust, scalable and high-performance solutions.
We are seeking a technically curious and forward-thinking engineer who thrives in solving complex challenges and influencing innovative product development.
Key Responsibilities
Define and lead test strategies to enable efficient, high-quality product verification and validation
Translate customer and product requirements into clear, robust test specifications
Architect and develop advanced test systems (hardware and software), including rack-based and embedded solutions
Drive data analysis and interpretation to validate performance against application requirements
Lead risk management activities (e.g. FMEA) and ensure compliance across development programmes
Champion continuous improvement, including measurement systems analysis and test optimisation
Collaborate across engineering disciplines to communicate results, influence decisions and solve complex problems
Requirements/Qualifications:
Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related discipline
Proven experience in a senior/principal test engineering role within a complex engineering environment
Strong application development expertise in Visual Basic and Visual C# is essential
Experience with embedded systems and communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C)
Knowledge of test hardware design, including NI-based systems and custom test platforms
Circuit design and PCB layout design using software such as Altium is desirable
Strong project leadership skills with the ability to drive programmes and influence stakeholders
Structured, analytical and commercially aware, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills
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