Senior Test Engineer

MKS Instruments; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,400,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

MKS Instruments in Bengaluru seeks an experienced Test Engineer to develop, enhance, and maintain automated test equipment applications using NI LabVIEW and NI TestStand. You will design and troubleshoot electrical circuits, review software against standards, and integrate diverse test instruments to support product development.

The role requires a strong LabVIEW background, CLD/CLA certification, and 6+ years in test automation, with mobility to travel internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, or Telecommunications).
• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in test engineering, automation, and LabVIEW-based application development.
• Strong hands-on experience with NI LabVIEW and NI TestStand development environments.
• Solid understanding of ATE design architectures, advanced test methodologies, and measurement instrumentation.
• Ability to read, interpret, and develop electrical and electronic schematics.
• NI LabVIEW CLD or CLA certification is required.
• Experience with statistical and data analysis tools such as Minitab is preferred.
• Exposure to version control systems such as GitHub, Perforce, or SVN, and dashboard/reporting tools such as Power BI is an added advantage.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills in English.
• Willingness to travel for both short-term and long-term assignments in the United States, Mexico, and Malaysia.
• A valid U.S. B1 Visa is considered a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain medium to complex Automated Test Equipment (ATE) applications using NI LabVIEW and NI TestStand.
• Design, analyze, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic circuits, including the creation of ATE electrical interconnect diagrams and wiring documentation.
• Participate in software design reviews and code reviews to ensure compliance with engineering standards, quality requirements, and best practices.
• Integrate and support a variety of test and measurement instruments, including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMMs), NI DAQ devices, and NI PXI platforms.
• Contribute to project planning, execution, and technical problem-solving activities to support product development and manufacturing objectives.

Skills

LabVIEW

NI TestStand

Data analysis

Schematic reading

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, or Telecommunications)

Tools

LabVIEW

TestStand

Minitab

GitHub

Perforce

SVN

Power BI

Job description

Are you naturally curious? So are we at MKS. Our collective curiosity drives us to be an innovation leader in many industries. Our products drive technology advancements across a wide range of applications such as 5G, augmented/virtual reality, autonomous vehicles, clean drinking water and space exploration. We are a team of collaborators who value fresh thinking and believe in mutual respect, constructive Candor, diversity and inclusion. As a valued and trusted partner to our customers, we are continually pushing the boundaries of possibility. We believe in creating technology that transforms our world and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. If this is appealing to you, we want to meet you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain medium to complex Automated Test Equipment (ATE) applications using NI LabVIEW and NI TestStand.
• Design, analyze, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic circuits, including the creation of ATE electrical interconnect diagrams and wiring documentation.
• Participate in software design reviews and code reviews to ensure compliance with engineering standards, quality requirements, and best practices.
• Integrate and support a variety of test and measurement instruments, including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMMs), NI DAQ devices, and NI PXI platforms.
• Contribute to project planning, execution, and technical problem-solving activities to support product development and manufacturing objectives.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, or Telecommunications).
• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in test engineering, automation, and LabVIEW-based application development.
• Strong hands-on experience with NI LabVIEW and NI TestStand development environments.
• Solid understanding of ATE design architectures, advanced test methodologies, and measurement instrumentation.
• Ability to read, interpret, and develop electrical and electronic schematics.
• NI LabVIEW CLD or CLA certification is required.
• Experience with statistical and data analysis tools such as Minitab is preferred.
• Exposure to version control systems such as GitHub, Perforce, or SVN, and dashboard/reporting tools such as Power BI is an added advantage.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills in English.
• Willingness to travel for both short-term and long-term assignments in the United States, Mexico, and Malaysia.
• A valid U.S. B1 Visa is considered a strong advantage.

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to various export control regulations. Applicants for these positions may be limited (by, for example, their countries of citizenship, country of origin, or immigration status) where required by law or governmental contact, and/or employment made contingent upon the issuance of appropriate governmental licensing.

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.

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: [e-mail].