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Position Overview
Microchip Technology is looking for a motivated New College Graduate (NCG) Test Engineer to join the APID Sustaining and Enhancement Test Engineering team at our Philippine site.
This is an entry-level hands-on engineering role designed for fresh graduates who are eager to build a career in semiconductor test engineering.
The NCG Test Engineer will be closely guided and assisted by senior test engineers and the team manager as they learn the fundamentals of ATE platform operation, test program maintenance, and production sustaining. Over time, the candidate is expected to grow into independently executing sustaining tasks and contributing to enhancement projects.
What you'll do
Assist in day-to-day sustaining activities including test program maintenance, debug, and basic optimization
Support investigation of production test failures and yield excursions on the tester floor under senior guidance
Implement and verify minor engineering changes (ECOs) to test programs as directed
Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) sessions and corrective action activities alongside senior engineers
Learn to operate one or more ATE platforms used under supervision.
Assist senior engineers in enhancement projects targeting yield improvement, test coverage, and test time reduction
Participate in test correlation and qualification activities as a supporting contributor
Attend and observe cross-functional meetings with Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, FA, REL, and Application teams
Support product sustaining and transfer activities as assigned by the team manager or senior engineers
Report progress and escalate issues promptly to the senior engineer or team manager
Key Competencies
Eager to Learn
Actively seeks knowledge from senior engineers and takes training seriously
Detail-Oriented
Careful and accurate in following procedures and documenting work
Team Player
Works cooperatively with teammates, seniors, and cross-functional partners
Proactive
Asks questions early, flags issues promptly, and takes ownership of assigned tasks
Adaptable
Open to working across different platforms, products, and shifting priorities
Reliable
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
Fresh graduates or candidates with up to 1 year of experience are welcome to apply
Comprehensive on-the-job training will be provided
Basic understanding of:
Electronics and circuit analysis
Digital and analog fundamentals
Familiarity with:
C/C++ programming
Any scripting or programming language
Good written and verbal English communication skills
Willingness to learn, follow instructions, and work hands-on in a tester floor environment.
Travel Time:
0% - 25%
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Nice to have
Exposure to Automated Test Equipment (ATE) platforms through academic projects or internships is an