Hybrid Automation Engineer: Mechanical Systems & Integration

MKS Instruments; Wilmington (MA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation days

Parental leave (6 weeks)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MKS Instruments in Methuen, MA, is seeking an Automation Engineer for a hybrid role. You will design, integrate, and optimize automated manufacturing systems across global sites, collaborating with engineers to meet high-tolerance instrumentation goals.

You will lead startup, commissioning, testing, and data-driven improvements, leveraging CAD tools and industry standards to accelerate automation initiatives across factories.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering (Mechanical/Mechatronics/Industrial) and related fields.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience designing and implementing automated manufacturing systems.
• Experience with sensors (photoelectric, proximity, vision), actuators, VFDs, robots, servo motors, and safety circuits.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate automated mechanical systems including motion, end-of-arm tooling, fixtures, conveyors, and machine sub-systems.
• Develop machine concepts and layouts using CAD (SolidWorks) and collaborate with system design, controls, and robotics engineers.
• Lead integration, startup, verification, commissioning, and troubleshooting of automated machines.
• Collaborate to align on automation standards and control frameworks across divisions.

Skills

Mechanical Eng

Mechatronics

Industrial Eng

2+ years experience

Sensors integration

VFDs

Robots

Servo motors

Electrical schematics

Control panels

Industrial safety circuits

EtherNet/IP/EtherCAT

Education

BS degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

MKS Instruments in Methuen, MA, is seeking an Automation Engineer for a hybrid role. You will design, integrate, and optimize automated manufacturing systems across global sites, collaborating with engineers to meet high-tolerance instrumentation goals.

You will lead startup, commissioning, testing, and data-driven improvements, leveraging CAD tools and industry standards to accelerate automation initiatives across factories.