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Senior Engineer I-Process (Thin Films/CMP)

Microchip Technology Inc.
Gresham, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 6/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/11/2026
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Job Description

Microchip Technology is looking for a qualified Senior I Process Engineer working the day shift who will sustain and improve Fab-4 Thin Films/Chemical Mechanical Polishing processes.

  • Perform tests to improve yield and reliability, qualify new processes/equipment, improve cycle time, and reduce cost
  • Analyze, summarize and communicate test results
  • Support critical quality systems: PFMEA, SPC, MPSP, MSA, and Sustaining Change Control
  • Troubleshoot equipment and process problems
  • Rework and disposition non-conforming product lots
  • Write process specifications and reports
  • Support Production as required
  • Knowledge of basic statistics is preferred

Requirements/Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree - Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Material Science, or related discipline
  • 5-6 years of experience in Semiconductor CVD/PVD/CMP process engineering
  • Proficiency in written and oral communication
  • Ability to multi-task while paying close attention to detail
  • Strong interpersonal and troubleshooting skills
  • Initiative to work independently and keep projects on schedule
  • Proven reliability with excellent attendance and punctuality a must

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong background in chemistry
  • Semiconductor technology and/or manufacturing experience

Special Requirements

  • Must work on site 5 days a week during standard first shift hours (Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM-4:30 PM or similar).
  • Flexible work schedule for occasional training and project support

This is classified as a safety senstive role.

Travel Time

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes

Bending at Waist, Carrying, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Electrical Hazards, Feeling, Foot Controls, Fumes or Odors, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Mechanical Hazards, Noise and/or vibration, Other, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Stooping, Supervises Others, Talking

Physical Requirements

Lifting

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.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.

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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