Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electronics, physics, engineering, or similar field; 2+ years of experience.
Strong knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies and troubleshooting techniques.
Hands-on experience with electronic circuit analysis and component-level failure investigation.
Structured problem-solving mentality.
Excellent stakeholder management skills.
Responsibilities
Perform root cause analysis using Problem Solving tools like 8D and 5xWhy.
Lead technical investigations on electromechanical assemblies to identify failure causes.
Support Manufacturing in resolving quality issues from suppliers and internally.
Assist Service in monitoring field claims and addressing major field issues.
Collaborate with suppliers, Engineers, and stakeholders to resolve key Quality issues.
Conduct internal quality audits and audits at suppliers with timely follow-up.
Utilize reporting systems to identify major problems using a Pareto approach.
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
401(k) plan with company match.
Life and disability insurance.
12 paid holidays and 15 paid vacation days.
6 weeks fully paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Full Job Description
A Day in Your Life at MKS:
We are recruiting a Quality Engineer to maintain and to improve a reliable Product Quality level and sustainable Quality Management environment in our Lawrence pressure sensor manufacturing site.
You Will Make an Impact By:
Perform root cause analysis to recommend continuous improvement by using Problem Solving (PS) tools such as 8D, Ishikawa, 5xWhy.
Lead and support technical investigations on electromechanical assemblies, identifying root causes of failures through analytical and hands-on troubleshooting.
Support Manufacturing to solve quality issues, from suppliers and internally.
Support Service to monitor field claims and to solve TOP field issues.
Working with suppliers, Engineers and Stakeholder to solve main Quality issues.
Perform internal quality audits and quality audits at suppliers with timely closure of results.
Utilizing reporting systems to identify major problems through a Pareto approach (Pareto approach).
This is an on-site position.
Skills You Bring:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electronics, physics, an engineering discipline or similar. 2+ years of experience.
Strong knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies and practical troubleshooting techniques, including the use of electrical measurements, schematics, test equipment and diagnostic tools.
Hands-on experience with electronic circuit analysis, component-level failure investigation, and interpretation of electrical schematics is highly desirable
Strong and structured problem-solving mentality.
Excellent stakeholder management skills.
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary Pay Range: $71,025 - $105,000 per year. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs, and other considerations permitted by law.
Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].
Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.].
About MKS Instruments, Inc.
MKS Instruments, Inc. is a global provider of instruments, subsystems and process control solutions that measure, monitor, deliver, analyze, power and control critical parameters of advanced manufacturing processes to improve process performance and productivity for our customers. Our products are derived from our core competencies in pressure measurement and control, flow measurement and control, gas and vapor delivery, gas composition analysis, residual gas analysis, leak detection, control technology, ozone generation and delivery, RF & DC power, reactive gas generation, vacuum technology, photonics, sub-micron positioning, vibration isolation and optics. Our primary served markets include semiconductor capital equipment, general industrial, life and health sciences, research and defense.
