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Engineer I- CAD (Methodology)

Microchip Technology Inc
United States, Arizona, Chandler
2355 West Chandler Boulevard (Show on map)
Jan 13, 2026
Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-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: As part of the CAD Methodology team, you will play a key role in developing and enhancing EDA tools and design flows that enable Microchip to deliver best-in-class semiconductor products-optimized for power, performance, area, and quality-using cutting-edge implementation methodologies and industry-leading commercial software tools. Microchip designs products for a wide range of end markets and technologies, including some of the most advanced transistor processes available today. Responsibilities Collaborate with an experienced design methodology team to build a robust scripting infrastructure that improves the qualification strategy for commercial EDA tools used in digital IC design. Understand success criteria for various steps and tools in the design flow, then develop automation scripts to validate tool behavior across diverse test scenarios. Gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art semiconductor development tools, including: Logic synthesis Logical equivalence checking Static timing analysis Low-power verification Digital circuit layout in CMOS and FinFET technologies What We Offer Mentorship and coaching from seasoned methodology experts. Exposure to advanced design methodologies and leading-edge technologies. Opportunities to contribute to high-impact projects that shape next-generation semiconductor products. Requirements/Qualifications: BS in Electrical/Electronic or Computer Engineering 0-3 years of professional experience Strong problem solving skills A self-starter, organized and motivated to learn Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Strong understanding of Linux operating systems Knowledge of digital design and HDLs (Verilog and/or VHDL) Knowledge of digital systems and computer architectures Experience with simulation and hardware verification/debug Strong programming and scripting skills with languages such as C/C++, Perl, Python, Tcl, Bash, C shell Travel Time: 0% - 25% Physical Attributes: Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others Physical Requirements: 80% sitting, 10% standing, 10% walking, 100% inside 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 $70,304-$143,000.* Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience. 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.