What is a microelectronics engineer and how to become one

Key steps to become a microelectronics engineer

1. Explore microelectronics engineer education requirements

   Most common microelectronics engineer degrees

   Bachelor's

   63.6 %

   Master's

   27.3 %

   Associate

   9.1 %

2. Start to develop specific microelectronics engineer skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Circuit Boards	33.87%
   Microelectronics	29.62%
   ASM	18.02%
   DOD	12.59%
   Mil-Std-883	5.91%

3. Complete relevant microelectronics engineer training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New microelectronics engineers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a microelectronics engineer based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real microelectronics engineer resumes.

4. Research microelectronics engineer duties and responsibilities

   • Define, manage, and maintain processes to improve KPI's: AHT, MTTR, NPS and FCR.
   • Increase overall CMOS and MNOS performance and yield by improving gate oxide uniformity.
   • Establish and maintain IP dashboard, promoting tracking key patent metrics for GE Energy/PrimeStar and competition.
   • Characterize aqueous and UV ink formulations used in DOD (drop on demand) and piezo print heads.

5. Apply for microelectronics engineer jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a microelectronics engineer job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams