Mechanical Engineer – Vacuum Valve Design & Prototyping

MKS Inc.; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 71,025 - 118,375; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

12 paid holidays

Sick time

15 paid vacation days

Fully paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MKS is seeking an on-site engineer to partner with product management, manufacturing, and applications to develop vacuum valves from concept to production. The role focuses on MVP development, performance testing, and driving concepts through the PDP process.

You will model and analyze designs, create detailed drawings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and reliability while meeting quality and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Engineering.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with 3D CAD modeling (SolidWorks preferred).
• Exposure to Vacuum Technology.
• Experience with mechanical fabrication techniques (machining, welding, brazing, sheet metal).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and operations to develop vacuum valve designs and drive concepts from MVP to production through PDP.
• Develop test plans for engineering performance and reliability.
• Design test fixtures and equipment for product performance and evaluation.
• Create and analyze detailed engineering drawings and 3D models.
• Ensure designs meet quality, regulatory requirements, and manufacturability.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor or Master in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

MKS is seeking an on-site engineer to partner with product management, manufacturing, and applications to develop vacuum valves from concept to production. The role focuses on MVP development, performance testing, and driving concepts through the PDP process.

You will model and analyze designs, create detailed drawings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and reliability while meeting quality and regulatory standards.