Principal Mechanical Engineer
MKS Instruments
Principal Mechanical Engineer
MKS Instruments
Instruments and process control for manufacturing.
A Day in the Life at MKS:
As a Principal Mechanical Engineer at MKSAndover, you will partner withR&D, Engineering, Product management, Applications, and customers to develop and support vacuum valves.
You Will Make an Impact By:
Designs and analyzes mechanical systems, equipment and packagingpertaining togas flowcontrol and measurement
Initiates &Conducts feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs
Maydirect support personnel in the preparation of detailed design, designtestingand prototype fabrication, thusthis candidateis responsible toembrace the“Learn Before You Lead” principle
Skills You Bring:
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineeringis required.
8+years of experiences or equivalent combination of educationand experienceswith flow
Working knowledgeorat least anunderstanding of gas dynamic principles
E.g.Ideal Gas Law,Continuity Equation,Bernoulli’s Principle,Shock Waves and Compressibility
Experiencebeing the lead design engineerthougha full phase-gate product development fromConcept & Feasibility to Release to Sales. This is inclusive of:
Working with Marketing onSpecification development
Test Plan generation tovalidatespecifications / new functions(focus on Risk Up Front)
Cost analysis(inclusive of working with Supply Chain to get quotes)
Prototype development(MVP)
Initiating &Leading design reviews
Overseeing product structuring / mechanical drawings
Working with Production toflesh outManufacturingplan
Working with Reliability(DFMEA,DFX,Life Testing, Qualification)
Submission of deliverables / reportsto Project Manager
Experiencecommunicatingcomplex topicsto arange oftechnicalaudiences(in person or remote)
Ability towork in a fast paced, customer-first,environment
Customer-first means priorities can changequickly
Candidate must be able to shiftprimaryfocuswhile keeping a secondary focus on existing work
Preferred Skills:
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time
Ability toliftupto25lbs.
Operates in a professional and in a laboratory/manufacturing environment
Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include handling mechanical and electrical hardware, high voltage, gas,waterand heat
Salary Pay Range: $101,000 - $169,000 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.
Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision), a 401(k) plan with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, fully paid parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. We also provide opportunities for career growth and development within a collaborative and innovative environment.
Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be “U.S. persons.” “U.S. persons” are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.
MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.
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Instruments and process control for manufacturing.
MKS Instruments provides instruments, subsystems, and process-control solutions for advanced manufacturing, serving sectors like semiconductors, electronics packaging, and specialty industrial applications. Its products range from individual components to integrated systems that measure, monitor, and analyze key process parameters, complemented by services such as system integration, custom engineering, and on-site commissioning and training. The company differentiates itself with a vertically integrated model and a broad portfolio that enables end-to-end solutions and long-term customer relationships across multiple high-tech industries. Its goal is to help customers improve quality and efficiency in manufacturing through reliable technologies and comprehensive support.
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