Mechanical Automation Engineer: Systems & Integration

MKS Instruments; Andover (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Life & disability insurance

Holidays

Vacation days

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Stock programs

Signing bonus

Job summary

MKS Instruments seeks an Automation Engineer to support automation solutions for new and existing products in our Vacuum Systems Division. You will design, implement, and troubleshoot automated systems, collaborating with manufacturing, controls, and robotics teams to improve efficiency, cost, and quality in global factories.

You will develop machine concepts using SolidWorks, select components, and contribute to safety and control framework integration across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• BS degree in an engineering discipline (Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Industrial)
• 2+ years hands-on experience designing and implementing automated manufacturing systems
• Experience integrating and troubleshooting diverse field devices (sensors, actuators, VFDs, robots, servo motors) and reading electrical schematics

Responsibilities

• Designing, specifying, and integrating automated mechanical systems (motion systems, end-of-arm tooling, fixturing, conveyors)
• Developing machine concepts and layouts using CAD tools (SolidWorks) with system design and controls teams
• Selecting and integrating motors, actuators, gearboxes, sensors, pneumatics, and safety devices into automated equipment
• Supporting design reviews, prototyping, assembly, startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Leading integration, startup, verification, commissioning, and troubleshooting of automated solutions
• Designing experiments and proofs-of-concept to evaluate automation technologies and manufacturing processes
• Collaborating with automation teams across divisions to standardize practices and accelerate implementations

Skills

Automation design

Schematic design

Industrial networking

Data collection & analysis

Clear communication

Education

BS degree in Mechanical/Mechatronics/Industrial Eng

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD tools

Job description

MKS Instruments seeks an Automation Engineer to support automation solutions for new and existing products in our Vacuum Systems Division. You will design, implement, and troubleshoot automated systems, collaborating with manufacturing, controls, and robotics teams to improve efficiency, cost, and quality in global factories.

You will develop machine concepts using SolidWorks, select components, and contribute to safety and control framework integration across multiple sites.