Systems Engineer (Non IT)

MKS Instruments, Inc.; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 148,000; 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 parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MKS Instruments, Inc. in Rochester, NY is seeking a Systems Engineer to design, develop and evaluate high-power RF systems for semiconductor manufacturing in a hybrid role with required in-person work weekly.

You will lead system architecture, work with hardware and software teams, analyze performance, and apply FMEA to assure reliable designs that meet customer needs.

The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits as described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 2+ years of experience

Responsibilities

• Design and productize RF power equipment for thin films processing
• Develop system level specifications to meet customer requirements
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams on control architectures
• Troubleshoot system performance with customers and teams
• Advance fault trees and FMEA studies

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Curiosity

Multitasking

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, CS, Robotics or related

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink/Python

Circuit simulation tools (SPICE, ADS, Microwave Office)

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS: This is a hybrid role that will require you to be in person on a weekly basis. As a Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, modifying, and evaluating electronic systems for high-power equipment within the semiconductor processing industry. Your role will involve determining design architecture, leading system development, analyzing system-level performance data, and driving problem-solving initiatives to ensure reliable designs that meet customer requirements. MKS Power Solutions products offer plasma generation and control solutions for semiconductor manufacturing processes. You will gain expertise in the interaction of semiconductor manufacturing tools and generators, software and hardware integration, and algorithm development.

Responsibilities

• Design and productize leading edge, high efficiency RF power equipment for thin films processing.
• Develop system level specifications and architecture to meet internal and external customer requirements.
• Work with hardware and software teams to develop and design control architectures and system-level features to meet customer requirements.
• Work closely with customer and other internal teams to troubleshoot system performance.
• Understand and facilitate Fault tree / root cause analysis exercises and FMEA (failure mode effects analysis) studies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or scientific discipline (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Robotics or a related field) with 2+ years of experience (may include applicable projects, co‑ops, internships).
• Associates and 5+ years of experience.
• Experience with advanced data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink/Python).
• Understanding of control systems concepts is a strong plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (creation/presentation of technical material to a broad audience).
• High level of curiosity and adaptability to support multiple efforts simultaneously in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Preferred: Experience with circuit simulation tools (e.g., SPICE, Agilent ADS, Microwave Office, etc.).

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for 60% of the time. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery. Occasionally moves/positions hardware up to 35 pounds. This job operates in a professional office and laboratory environment.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Pay Range: $90,000‑148,000 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.

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.

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 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].