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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.\nPeople 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.\nOur 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.\nVisit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!\n 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\nJob Description:\nMicrochip 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.\nResponsibilities:\nAct as the main quality liaison with suppliers, customers, and internal teams.\nResolve quality issues, lead corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement.\nInspect and verify conformance of raw materials, in-process items, and finished goods.\nReport on quality metrics, non-conformances, and recommend improvements.\nVisit suppliers and customers to assess quality performance and gather feedback.\nSupport new supplier onboarding and AS9102 First Article Inspections.\nConduct internal and supplier audits to ensure compliance with ISO9001 and company standards.\nDeliver training to staff and promote a quality-focused culture.\nCollaborate across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and sales.\nMaintain technical competence and adapt in a fast-paced environment.\nPerform additional quality engineering tasks as needed.\n Requirements/Qualifications:\nUS Citizenship Required - ITAR Site.\nBachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or equivalent.\n10 years of experience in manufacturing.\nMust have strong communication skills (verbal and written).\nMust be familiar with ISO9001 requirements.\n Benefits\nWellness & Medical Benefits effective on your First Day of Employment\nGold Standard in Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Benefits\nQuarterly Employee Cash Bonus Plan\nRestricted Stock Grant\nEmployee Stock Purchase Plan\nTuition Reimbursement\n401K Retirement Savings Plan\nSpending Accounts\nLife Insurance\nLong Term Care\nLegal \nEmployee Assistance Plan\nPaid Time Off\nVacation Pay \nAbsence Time - \"Sick Pay\"\n10 Paid Holidays\nU.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. 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