Field Service Engineer - Eastern Time Zone

MKS Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Parental leave (6 weeks)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MKS Instruments is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support high‑tech production lasers, motion stages and vacuum products across North America. The role covers installation, alignment, diagnostics and on‑site service for laser systems and amplifier units.

The successful candidate will travel frequently, possess strong troubleshooting skills, and communicate effectively with customers and internal teams to ensure reliable operation and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of practical experience including lasers and laser systems.
• Exceptional troubleshooting across electrical, mechanical and optical systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to self-manage and schedule time with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites across North America.

Responsibilities

• System installation, diagnose and repair of ultra-short pulse laser systems, optical alignment and installation and troubleshooting of electromechanical subassemblies.
• Maintain operational functionality of scientific and industrial laser equipment.
• Instruct customers in the operation and maintenance of the system.
• Serves as company interface with customer and factory on administrative and technical matters.
• Determines methods and procedures on new assignments.
• Other duties may be assigned and could include shift, weekend and on-call coverage.
• USA and International travel is a requirement for customer support and for training on our products.

Skills

Laser systems

Troubleshooting

Customer interaction

Self-management

MS Office & SAP

Travel readiness

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

• Preferred location for this position will be located in the Eastern Time Zone**

• Preferred location for this position will be located in the Eastern Time Zone**

You will make an Impact By:

Our Global Field Service team is a diverse group of technical professionals who engage with the broadest range of customers. If you have a passion for providing best-in-class field service and great customer experience, we invite you to join us. We are looking for an exceptional Field Service Engineer covering high-tech production systems, lasers, motion stages and vacuum products of MKS Instruments. The primary focus of this position is the support of lasers and amplifier systems for scientific and industrial applications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• System installation, diagnose and repair of ultra short pulse laser systems, optical alignment and installation and troubleshooting of electromechanical subassemblies.
• Maintain operational functionality of scientific and industrial laser equipment.
• Instruct customers in the operation and maintenance of the system.
• Serves as company interface with customer and factory on administrative and technical matters.
• Determines methods and procedures on new assignments.
• Other duties may be assigned and could include shift, weekend and on-call coverage.
• USA and International travel is a requirement for customer support and for training on our products.

Skills You Bring:

• Associate’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor's degree and/or applicable Certification are preferred.
• 3+ years of related practical experience including experience with lasers and laser systems
• Exceptional troubleshooting skills with new electrical, mechanical and optical systems
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to assume new tasks and responsibilities, self-manage, and schedule working time with minimal supervision
• High degree of proficiency in PC skills including MS office, SAP, and data analysis applications
• Ability and willingness to travel to customer sites across North America during normal business weeks.

In addition to the above responsibilities, the following are considered material job duties of the position:

• Ability to take and follow directions and instructions.
• Ability to interact with other employees, customers, suppliers, vendors, or the public, in a safe, professional, and respectful manner.
• Access to sensitive and confidential business systems and software, personally identifying information, the company's financial information, and/or the ability to maintain physical security and safety.
• Because this position involves the above material job duties, trustworthiness, reliability, and good judgment also are material job duties.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary Pay Range: $ 85,000.00 - 115,000.00 per year. 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.

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.

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.

MKS will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.