Principal Engineer - Quality

Company Description Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 20,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology, Inc. People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence. Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you. Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await! 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. 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.