2027 Spring Mechanical Engineer Undergraduate Intern/Co-op

MKS Instruments, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

As a Mechanical Engineering co-op at MKS, you will work within the Direct Pressure Engineering group to support the design, analysis, build and test of capacitance sensors and transducers. You will report to Sr Mgr, Engineering.

Intern / Co-op Program Overview: 6-month co-op assignment within a functional area of MKS Inc. that provides students a comprehensive and engaging experience from before your program starts to after your program ends.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree program in Mechanical Engineering at UMass Lowell.
• Comfortable with standard hand tools for electromechanical devices and test systems.
• SolidWorks CAD modeling experience.
• Experience with data processing using Excel, MATLAB or Python.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with engineering and production to build prototype designs.
• Help diagnose production-related issues with sensor performance.
• Perform mechanical/thermal analyses using SolidWorks/COMSOL with guidance.
• Test pressure transducers at sensor and system levels.
• Analyze test data and produce detailed reports.
• Support design and troubleshooting of test systems.
• Design and fabricate test equipment via 3D printing, CNC milling, etc.

Skills

Enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree in ME

Hand tools proficiency

Electrical testing basics

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (UMass Lowell)

Tools

SolidWorks CAD modeling

Microsoft Excel

MATLAB

Python

Job description

As a Mechanical Engineering co-op at MKS, you will work within the Direct Pressure Engineering group to support the design, analysis, build and test of capacitance sensors and transducers. In this role you will report to Sr Mgr, Engineering.

Intern / Co-op Program Overview: 6-month co-op assignment within a functional area of MKS Inc. that provides students a comprehensive and engaging experience from before your program starts to after the program ends. Meaningful work and project assignments Networking opportunities with peers and executives Exposure to different divisions of the business Understanding of MKS Inc.'s commitment to culture and belonging

Intern/Co-op Term: This is a 6-month internship/co-op beginning in January 2027.

You Will Make an Impact By

• Working closely with engineering and production to build prototype designs
• Helping diagnose production related issues with sensor performance
• Performing various types of mechanical and thermal analyses using SolidWorks and/or COMSOL FEA with the help/guidance of senior Mechanical Engineers
• Testing pressure transducers at the sensor and system level
• Analyzing test data and produce detailed reports
• Supporting design and troubleshooting of test systems
• Designing and fabricate test equipment via 3D printing, CNC milling, etc.

Travel Requirements: Up to 10% of Travel is required.

Skills You Bring

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree program in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Lowell
• Comfortable with using standard hand tools for building electromechanical devices and test systems
• SolidWorks CAD modeling
• Microsoft Excel, MATLAB or Python script writing for data processing
• Familiar with basic electrical testing and debugging methods

Preferred Skills

• Capability to perform extensive test data analysis
• Good understanding of mechanical design principles
• Good understanding of heat transfer principles
• Familiar with using test instrumentation like thermocouples, strain gauges, infrared cameras, etc.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination Must be able to communicate accurate information and ideas so others will understand The ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer) Operates in a professional office environment Frequently operates a computer and other office productivity machinery Noise level in the work environment is usually average Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Compensation and Benefits

Hourly Pay Range: $23.00 to $31.00 per hour. 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.

Benefits: MKS offers a benefits package for interns/co-ops working at least 20 hours per week, including 11 paid holidays, sick time, and 15 paid vacation days accrued on a biweekly basis.

The application period for the intern/co-op position is estimated to be through the end of November 2026; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. #LI-DNI

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. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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