Lead Test Automation Engineer — ATE & LabVIEW Expert

MKS Instruments, Inc.; Mexico; Hybrid; MXN 1,100,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

MKS Instruments, Inc. is seeking a Principal Test Engineer in Nogales, Mexico to design, develop, and sustain automated test solutions for new product introductions and high-volume manufacturing.

You will lead a team of 5–10 engineers, drive Industry 4.0 initiatives, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and efficiency. You will report to the Test Engineering Manager and influence test strategy, equipment deployment, and process improvements across production lines, while

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electronic or Mechatronic engineering required.
• 8+ years of related work experience.
• Advanced LabVIEW programming for test automation.
• Strong electronics background and test methodologies.
• Experience leading 5–10 engineers and technicians.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement cost-effective test methods and fixtures.
• Lead integration and deployment of new test systems from concept to manufacturing release.
• Support production by troubleshooting test systems and driving corrective actions.
• Mentor a team of 5–10 engineers and technicians.
• Drive Industry 4.0, automation, and data acquisition initiatives.

Skills

LabVIEW

Test automation

Electronics troubleshooting

Project management

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Systems integration

Data acquisition

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electronic or Mechatronic)

Tools

Automated Test Equipment (ATE)

Test fixtures

Job description

MKS Instruments, Inc. is seeking a Principal Test Engineer in Nogales, Mexico to design, develop, and sustain automated test solutions for new product introductions and high-volume manufacturing.

You will lead a team of 5–10 engineers, drive Industry 4.0 initiatives, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and efficiency. You will report to the Test Engineering Manager and influence test strategy, equipment deployment, and process improvements across production lines, while