Senior Director, Engineering

MKS Instruments, Inc.; Andover (MA); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 384,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation days

Parental leave

Job summary

MKS Instruments, Inc. is seeking a Senior Director of Engineering for the Flow BU to lead and grow mechanical and electronics engineering teams.

You will drive product development strategies, collaborate across functions, and align with customers to advance next‑generation gas delivery and flow control technologies. Reporting to the Flow BU General Manager, you will build and mentor teams, manage budgets, and shape the technical roadmap to meet market needs in semiconductor, industrial

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Engineering or related field.
• 15+ years of cross-functional management experience in a product development environment.
• Familiarity with Engineering management, project management, product development processes, problem-solving methodologies, and DFMEA.
• Knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and change management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; experience mentoring engineering managers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily workflow and management of the engineering development team, including budgeting.
• Establish policies, standards, and security measures for engineering activities.
• Direct engineering management from product definition through release/production.
• Ensure projects are resourced and completed on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with Product Marketing, Operations, Quality, Sales, and Service as products move to production.
• Develop and execute a technology/R&D roadmap aligned with customer roadmaps/vision.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Engineering management

Project leadership

Technical mentoring

Strong communication

Education

BS in Engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Senior Director of Engineering at the MKS Flow BU, you will partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Product Marketing, Sales, and Customers to develop next generation products/technologies and support customers to solve their most difficult problems. In this role, you will report to the Flow Business Unit General Manager. We are looking for an exceptional Senior Director of Engineering to join our innovative Engineering Development Team at MKS, Inc. We push the boundaries of technology to develop a wide range of Mass Flow Control products that address the needs of Semiconductor, Industrial Scientific, and Life and Health markets. In this position, you will build, lead, and develop groups that are developing innovative next-generation gas delivery and flow control products. You will also be responsible for contributing to the development, communication, and execution of the Flow BU strategic growth initiatives.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Oversee the daily workflow and management of the mechanical and electronics engineering development team, including administration of the engineering budget.
• Establish, communicate, and implement policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent execution of engineering activities.
• Direct engineering management in the design, modification, and evaluation of all phases of a specific product or group of products from product definition through release/production.
• Ensure that development projects are appropriately resourced, and completed in an efficient manner, within budget and in a timely fashion.
• Act as the central engineering resource collaborating with Product Marketing, project management, Operations, Quality and Reliability, Sales, and Service, as products move through development and into production.
• Formulate, direct and execute value engineering activities, and enable long term plans for product cost control/profitability.
• Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies & trends in engineering and development related to our industry.
• Identify, recommend, and implement new technologies and systems to improve organizational efficiency, processes, and decision-making.
• Develop and maintain a technology/R&D roadmap and ensure alignment with our customers’ future roadmap/vision.
• Interact with customers to lead technical engagements on both new and existing products and technologies.

Skills You Bring:

• B.S. degree in Engineering or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 15+ years of cross-functional management experience in a product development environment, with strong understanding of manufacturing, gas flow, pressure control, and electrical engineering principles and fundamentals.
• Familiarity with the fundamentals of Engineering management, project management, product development processes, problem-solving methodologies, and DFMEA, as well as key Reliability processes.
• Knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and change management.
• Strong critical thinking skills, in combination with excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Experience and success in mentoring engineering managers and staff.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination.
• Occasionally moves/positions objects up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for 90% of the time.
• Frequently positions self to perform tasks and positions objects below, at, and above shoulder level.
• Regularly requires manual dexterity and coordination of objects below, at and above shoulder level.
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information.
• Operates in a professional office, laboratory, and manufacturing environment.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards including handling mechanical and electrical hardware, high voltage, gas, water, and heat.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually average.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary Pay Range: $230,450 - 384,000 USD Annual 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. 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.).

We are interested in a qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we will not be sponsoring work visas for this position, at this time. 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. Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be “U.S. persons.” “U.S. persons” are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees. 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. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. 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] . If applying for a specific job, please include the requisition number (ex: RXXXX), the title and location of the role At MKS, it's all about courage, big ideas, and a serious passion for innovation. Winning here is about exploring possibilities, taking action, and solving our customers’ toughest challenges. It's not just a job – it's what you make of it. While you shape your role and make it unique, we invest in you with on-the-job and formal training, as well as educational assistance. Curiosity is key at MKS - ask questions, own your path. Our success comes from celebrating the unique skills, diverse perspectives, and lived experience of employees from over 100 countries. The goal is to make sure that everyone feels that they belong. Diversity isn't just a nice-to-have; making sure everyone feels included is a big deal for us. Our group of ~10,000 employees serves semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets. With over 3,800 patents, our products are enabling advancements in 5G, renewable energy & storage, artificial intelligence, cloud technology, and big data. We’re the behind-the-scenes support for some amazing technology. MKS Inc., enables technologies that transform our world. MKS Inc, Product Overview