Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

MKS Instruments, Inc.; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

12 paid holidays

Sick time

15 paid vacation days

Parental leave (6 weeks)

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Job summary

At MKS Inc. in Colorado, a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer will partner with Product Engineers, Quality, Planning, and Production Leaders to improve and sustain production processes in the MKS Broomfield operations.

The role reports to the Sr. Supervisor of Manufacturing Engineering and drives cost-effective, compliant manufacturing solutions. The position emphasizes Lean principles, process improvement, and collaboration with design and program management teams, with a focus on data-driven decision

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 5+ years of related experience.
• Lean manufacturing principles and Promote Safety and Lean Continuous Improvement.
• Proficiency with analytical tools, workflow time studies, and process balancing.
• Ability to collaborate with Design engineers, program managers, manufacturing leads, and functional leads.
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office tools such as Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, listening, and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of Autodesk Inventor and Tool/Fixture Design.
• Experience with Oracle and Agile.
• Understanding of Product Engineering, Product Design Reviews and ECR/ECO systems, BOM structure and Engineering Documentation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing systems and processes and identify value-added and non-value-added activities to solve design challenges.
• Conceive, design, develop, and test innovative solutions based on analysis and organizational objectives.
• Contribute to resolving quality and efficiency issues at the component level.
• Implementation and Control of Manufacturing Documents (Work Instructions, Tool Drawings, Process Drawings, etc.).
• Estimate manufacturing cost, review/update time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines.
• Evaluate new and existing processes, equipment, and materials as an input for scheduling methods, performance metrics, and financial standards.
• Uphold the company’s reputation by delivering innovative solutions while adhering to local and national regulations.
• Manage and conduct employee training for productivity improvement projects.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Analytical tools

Process balancing

Collaboration

Excel/PowerPoint

Communication skills

Autodesk Inventor

Oracle

Agile

Engineering documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Oracle

Agile

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

A Day in The Life at MKS

As a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer at MKS Vacuum Solutions Division, you will partner with Product Engineers, Quality, Planning, and Production Leaders and work closely with a diverse group of production machinists, welders, and assembly operators to improve and sustain production processes and help support the manufacturing strategy for the MKS Broomfield operations. In this role, you will report to the Sr. Supervisor of Manufacturing Engineering.

You Will Make an Impact

Analyze existing systems and processes and identify value-added and non-value-added activities to solve design challenges. Conceive, design, develop, and test innovative solutions based on analysis and organizational objectives. Contribute to resolving quality and efficiency issues at the component level. Implementation and Control of Manufacturing Documents (Work Instructions, Tool Drawings, Process Drawings, etc.). Estimate manufacturing cost, review/update time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines. Evaluate new and existing processes, equipment, and materials as an input for scheduling methods, performance metrics, and financial standards. Uphold the company’s reputation by delivering innovative solutions while adhering to local and national regulations. Manage and conduct employee training for productivity improvement projects.

Skills You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 5+ years of related experience.
• In-depth understanding of lean manufacturing principles and Promote Safety and Lean Continuous Improvement.
• Proficiency with analytical tools, workflow time studies, and process balancing.
• Ability to collaborate with Design engineers, program managers, manufacturing leads, and functional leads.
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office tools such as Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, listening, and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of Autodesk Inventor and Tool/Fixture Design.
• Experience with Oracle and Agile.
• Understanding of Product Engineering, Product Design Reviews and ECR/ECO systems, BOM structure and Engineering Documentation.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Tubular Components and CNC Machining preferred.
• CNC programming a plus.
• Familiar with TIG welding and Orbital welding.
• Interest in robotics for manufacturing.
• Understand principles of DFM and DFA.
• Experience with 3D printing.
• Experience with Mechanical Assembly.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

May require manual dexterity and coordination of objects in normal range. Occasionally may move or position objects up to 40 lbs. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information. Operates in a professional office and manufacturing environment. Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards, including handling mechanical hardware. Noise level in the work environment is usually average.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Pay Range

Salary Pay Range: $80,000 to $110,000 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.

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, 12 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.].

Global Hiring Policy & Eligibility

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Company Culture & Values

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