Senior Tech Associate: Laser & Precision Motion Systems

MKS Instruments, Inc.; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

12 paid holidays

Sick time

15 paid vacation days

[6 weeks fully paid] parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

[stock programs, signing bonus, etc.]

Job summary

MKS Instruments, Inc. invites a Technical Associate to partner with Engineering to develop, build, test, and troubleshoot advanced laser-based, electro-mechanical, and precision motion control systems used in high-tech manufacturing applications.

You will report to the Manufacturing Production Manager and contribute to product development, validation, sustaining engineering, and continuous improvement initiatives while mentoring junior technicians and supporting Manufacturing and Field Service

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Electronics, Mechanical Technology, or equivalent technical experience.
• 6+ years of hands-on experience in engineering, development, manufacturing, or service environments.
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving electrical, mechanical, and automated systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Experience using laboratory and diagnostic equipment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Building, integrating, testing, and troubleshooting prototype and pre-production systems.
• Supporting product development, validation, and sustaining engineering activities.
• Conducting engineering experiments and collecting performance data.
• Diagnosing electrical, mechanical, optical, and software-controlled system issues.
• Working closely with design engineers to improve product performance and reliability.
• Supporting Manufacturing and Field Service organizations with advanced technical problem solving.
• Documenting test results, procedures, and troubleshooting activities.
• Mentoring junior technicians and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

MKS Instruments, Inc. invites a Technical Associate to partner with Engineering to develop, build, test, and troubleshoot advanced laser-based, electro-mechanical, and precision motion control systems used in high-tech manufacturing applications.

You will report to the Manufacturing Production Manager and contribute to product development, validation, sustaining engineering, and continuous improvement initiatives while mentoring junior technicians and supporting Manufacturing and Field Service