Sr Systems Design Engineer

A Day in Your Life at MKS:
As a Sr Systems Design Engineer, you will support the development of automation solutions for new and existing products across business units & global production sites in our Vacuum Systems Division. 

In this role, you will collaborate with manufacturing and automation professionals in the development of automation solutions that enable the production of high tolerance instrumentation products, improving efficiency, cost, quality, and capacity in our global factories. This role will be a key member of the Operations Automation Team reporting to the Automation Project Manager.

If you thrive in a team environment and are passionate about innovation, we would love to hear from you !

You Will Make an Impact By:
• Designing custom hardware including end-of-arm tooling, machine frames, support structures, safety guarding, and other elements of an automation solution as needed
• Developing CAD models and comprehensive documentation packages enabling automation partners to build complete solutions
• Selecting and mechanically integrating standard automation components like pneumatic actuators, motors, sensors, grippers, and safety systems (light curtains, E-stops) into the overall system design
• Collaborating with automation professionals in other divisions to learn and share best practices and automation standards (incl safety)
• Working with selected vendors to manufacture custom tooling and fixture solutions as needed for part holding
• Supporting integration, startup, verification, and troubleshooting of automated machine solutions

Skills You Bring:
• BS degree in mechanical engineering or mechatronics
• 5+ years of progressive project experience designing custom machinery, industrial automation equipment, or robotic systems
• Demonstrated ability to create electrical schematics, plumbing schematics, model complex assemblies, and develop complete assembly documentation packages in CAD
• Expert-level proficiency in 3d solid modeling (and simulation) in Solidworks
• Strong GD&T skills with an understanding of common manufacturing processes including CNC machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, etc.
• Must be able to work closely with the Automation Project Engineers to ensure to ensure designs account for sensor placement, cable routing, robot reach, and other constraints

Compensation and Benefits:  

Salary Pay Range:  $88,425.00 -147,375.00 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.]. 

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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MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: accommodationsatMKS@mksinst.com.

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