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Assistant Computer Chip Engineer Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

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How much do assistant computer chip engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant computer chip engineer in Phoenix, AZ is $88,125.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $103,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Computer Chip Engineer vs Hardware Design Engineer?

AspectAssistant Computer Chip EngineerHardware Design Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Computer EngineeringBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, semiconductor companies, tech firmsDesign firms, semiconductor companies, tech corporations
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in tech and semiconductor industriesUsed in hardware development and chip design sectors
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Assistant Computer Chip Engineer typically supports chip development through testing and analysis, often working under senior engineers. Hardware Design Engineers focus on designing and developing the physical architecture of chips. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and are integral to the semiconductor industry, but they differ mainly in responsibilities and focus areas.

How much does an assistant computer chip engineer make?

An assistant computer chip engineer typically earns between $70,000 and $100,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and company size. Entry-level positions may start lower, while those with specialized skills in hardware design or verification can earn higher salaries.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Computer Chip Engineer job openings in Phoenix, AZ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,125 per year, or $42.4 per hour.

Engineer I- CAD (Software Development)

Chandler, AZ • On-site

Microchip Technology
IT Services • 10K+ employees

Full-time

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Microchip Technology rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

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Job description

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:

This position is an excellent opportunity to begin a career in Electronic Design Automation (EDA) for individuals with a strong software background and an interest in hardware design.

The CAD group at Microchip supports technologies essential to the company's product development and delivers innovative solutions to the design community. The candidate will participate in various aspects of the development workflow.

The primary focus of this role is to support Design Data Management and Design Automation for System-on-Chip (SoC) projects.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Contribute to the development of Microchip's design data management software.
  • Assist in the implementation and enhancement of design flows and methodologies.
  • Develop and deploy automation scripts to support electronic circuit design.
  • Administer Design Data Management Systems such as DesignSync and ICManage.
  • Research and utilize software tools and libraries to address various tasks, preferably using Python.
  • Debug and maintain existing software tools and systems.
  • Prepare technical documentation.
  • Train users on the adoption of developed solutions.

Requirements/Qualifications:

  • Final-year student or recent graduate with a bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
  • 0-3 years of professional experience.
  • Strong understanding of object-oriented programming concepts.
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language, preferably Python or Perl.
  • Experience with common GNU/Linux commands and command-line operations.
  • Familiarity with version control tools (such as GIT, SVN, or CVS) is a plus.
  • Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases is a plus.
  • Exposure to machine learning or artificial intelligence is a plus.
  • Willingness to adopt new development tools to improve collaboration and workflow.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    Travel Time:

    0% - 25%

    Physical Attributes:

    Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

    Physical Requirements:

    80% sitting, 10% standing, 10% walking, 100% inside

    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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