Engineering Tech 4

MKS Instruments; Bailey (NY); On-site; USD 41,989 - 69,982; Full time

Job summary

MKS Instruments in New York is seeking an Engineering Technician 4 to partner with Systems and Design Engineering in testing and troubleshooting RF Plasma generators. Candidates should have an Associate degree with at least 4 years of experience, and skills in using oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers.

The position involves testing new designs and conducting failure analysis. Compensation ranges from $30.48 to $50.80 per hour, depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4+ years of related experience.
• Requires an Associate degree or equivalent technician experience.
• Ability to use schematics to troubleshoot PCBA problems.

Responsibilities

• Test, calibrate, and troubleshoot new RF generator designs.
• Conduct failure analysis on returned units to determine root cause.
• Build test setups for specialized experiments.

Skills

Experience using oscilloscopes

Experience using spectrum analyzers

Experience troubleshooting PCBA problems

Use of LTSpice or circuit simulation tools

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree or equivalent technician experience

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS

As an Engineering Technician 4 at MKS Instruments, you will partner with Systems and Design Engineering to test and troubleshoot the next generation of RF Plasma generators. In this role, you will report to one of the Systems Engineering Managers.

Responsibilities

• Test, calibrate, and troubleshoot new RF generator designs
• Test and troubleshoot new PCBAs to validate performance
• Conduct failure analysis on returned units, determine what is failed and make observations or measurements to identify root cause
• Build test setups for specialized experiments
• Travel Requirements: This position does not typically travel, but some customer support opportunities may occur.

Skills You Bring

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate degree or equivalent technician experience
• Minimum of 4+ years of related experience
• Experience using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and other electrical / RF instruments
• Experience using schematics to troubleshoot PCBA problems

Preferred Skills

• Use of computers to drive tests or collect data
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Use of LTSpice or other circuit simulation tools
• PCBA soldering / rework

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Occasionally moves/positions objects up to 35 pounds
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for 75% of the time
• Frequently positions self to perform tasks and positions objects below, at, and above shoulder level
• Regularly requires manual dexterity and coordination of objects below, at and above shoulder level
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
• Must be able to exchange accurate information

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: $30.48 - 50.80/hr 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 this role.

Equal Opportunity Employment

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

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.

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].