MKS Instruments, Inc.

Sr Test Engineer

MKS Instruments, Inc.$80K — $150K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline.
  • 5+ years of experience with automated test systems in high-volume manufacturing or service environments.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate cross-functional initiatives.
  • Self-motivated individual with problem-solving abilities for complex issues.
  • Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with diverse teams.
  • Strong analytical and business acumen for stakeholder interactions.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and good computer skills.

Responsibilities

  • Train under senior engineers to understand automated test systems' various characteristics.
  • Provide hands-on technical assistance to identify root causes of product anomalies.
  • Contribute to the design and documentation of automated test systems and fixtures.
  • Verify and validate test systems for accuracy and reliability before deployment.
  • Troubleshoot and analyze issues using LabVIEW or similar platforms.
  • Develop automated test applications and analyze test data using tools like Minitab.
  • Participate in reviewing system documentation.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Life and disability insurance included.
  • 12 paid holidays and 15 paid vacation days annually.
  • 6 weeks fully paid parental leave with adoption assistance.
  • Tuition reimbursement available.
Full Job Description
A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Sr. Test Engineer at MKS, you will partner with Principal and Senior Test Engineers, Product Support engineers, and test technicians to support the deployment, development, and documentation of automated test systems used across our global high-volume service sites.

You Will Make an Impact By:
  • Train under Principal and Senior Test Engineers to master the electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, pressure, flow, and software characteristics of our automated test systems used in the high-volume service sites.
  • Provide hands-on technical assistance to Product Support engineers and test stand technicians to identify root causes of product or test system anomalies.
  • Contribute to the design, development, and documentation of automated test systems, hardware, software, and test fixtures for global service depots.
  • Perform verification and validation of duplicate test systems before global deployment to ensure accuracy, repeatability, and reliability.
  • Use LabVIEW or similar automated test platforms to troubleshoot, analyze, and diagnose Unit Under Test (UUT) and test stand issues.
  • Participate in the development of automated test applications, review system documentation, and analyze test data using tools such as Minitab and statistical process controls.


Skills You Bring:
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline.
  • 5+years of experience working directly with automated test systems/stands in a high-volume manufacturing or service environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to support or lead technical projects, manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, coordinate cross-functional stakeholders, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, growing environment.
  • A highly motivated, self-driven individual with a positive and proactive approach to complex problem-solving.
  • Strong business acumen, analytical capabilities, and outstanding skills enabling effective interaction with diverse stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively and collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, projects, and priorities efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Good computer skills with a working knowledge of the MS Office suite.


Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with NI LabVIEW or similar graphical programming tools or with CAD tools such as SolidWorks.
  • Hands-on experience with lab test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, waveform generators, and DAQ hardware.
  • Familiarity with vacuum systems, pressure and flow measurement, and control systems.
  • Proven capability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision.


Compensation and Benefits:
Salary Pay Range: $80,909.00 TO $150,259.00 USD 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. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

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.].

We are interested in a qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we will not be sponsoring work visas for this position, at this time.

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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.
Learn more about MKS Instruments, Inc.
Size
6,000 employees
Market Cap
$5.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$350.1 million
5 Year Trend
+17.9%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
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