Manufacturing Engineering Tech

MKS Instruments; Bailey (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

MKS Instruments in Bailey, NY is seeking a Manufacturing Test Technician to partner with Test Engineering to fabricate and support test fixtures, document designs, and troubleshoot NPI builds.

You will collaborate with test, manufacturing, and software teams early in product development, build and test fixtures, support CNC machining and 3D printing, and contribute to pre-release design reviews. Up to 5% travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent on the job training required.
• 1+ year of related experience required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to identify and resolve electrical defects.

Responsibilities

• Build, test and troubleshoot production and NPI fixtures.
• Develop documentation to enable fixture duplication internally and at suppliers.
• Support CNC machining and 3D printing for fixture fabrication.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, NPI engineering, and supply chain.
• Participate in pre-release design and process reviews.
• Travel up to 5% of time.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Schematics reading

Fixture design

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation support

Education

Associate degree in Electronics Technology

Tools

CAD

3D Printing

CNC Machining

Job description

As a Manufacturing Test Technician at Power Solutions, you will partner with Test Engineering to fabricate and support test fixtures, document designs, and troubleshoot NPI builds. You will collaborate with test, manufacturing, and software teams early in the product development and introduction process. This role reports to the Test Engineering team

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Building, testing and troubleshooting production and NPI fixtures.
• Develop documentation to enable fixture duplication internally and at suppliers.
• Support CNC machining and 3D printing for fixture fabrication.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with manufacturing, NPI engineering, and supply chain to support rapid prototyping
• Participating in pre-release design and process reviews.
• Travel Requirements: Up to 0-5% of Travel is required.

Skills You Bring:

• Strong hands-on troubleshooting (electrical and mechanical systems)
• Ability to read schematics and mechanical drawings
• Familiarity with fixture design and fabrication processes
• Effective collaboration across engineering and manufacturing teams
• Basic material coordination and documentation support

Required Skills:

• Associate degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent on the job training, such as military training required
• 1+ year of related experience required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to identify and resolve electrical defects

Preferred Skills:

• CAD experience
• 3D Printing experience
• CNC machining experience

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Hiring Manager to add in physical demands and working conditions from above job profile job description that are applicable to the job itself. US requirement due to OFCCP guidelines. However, each country is different due to employment laws so HR Partner discretion is advised. There may be more than 4 total based on job requirements. See HR Partner with any questions.

• Physical Demand 1: Able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Working Condition 1: Work in fabrication lab environment using PPE

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range: $18.89 - 31.49 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.

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, 11 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.].

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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].