Technical Support Engineer

MKS Instruments, Inc.; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

MKS Instruments, Inc. is seeking a Technical Support Engineer to partner with Service Technicians, Field Service Engineers, Sales teams, and customers to provide expert-level troubleshooting and support.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to investigate product performance concerns, drive design-to-service transitions, and develop comprehensive training materials for global teams.

Qualifications

• AS degree in a technical engineering field or equivalent practical experience.
• BS degree preferred.
• 2+ years of hands-on field service or technical support experience.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level technical support to customers, field service engineers, sales teams, and technicians.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and manufacturing to identify corrective actions for product issues.
• Drive transition of new products from design to service and represent service in product development.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and training materials for global teams.
• Deliver training sessions to field service engineers, customers, and technicians.

Skills

Field service experience

Technical support

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Associate's degree in technical engineering

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Technical Support Engineer at MKS, you will partner with Service Technicians, Field Service Engineers, Sales teams, and customers to provide expert‑level troubleshooting guidance and technical support. Additionally, you will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams in order to investigate and mitigate product performance concerns, spurring continuous design and process improvement. In this role, you will report to the Technical Support Manager.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Provide expert‑level technical support to our valued customers, Field Service Engineers, Sales teams, and Service Technicians. This includes answering complex technical questions, performing in‑depth troubleshooting, and resolving critical issues via phone, email, or in person.


• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to identify, analyze, and implement effective corrective actions for new product failure modes, ensuring continuous improvement.


• Drive the seamless transition of new products from design to service, representing the Service organization in product development projects, communicating critical requirements, and proposing innovative solutions.


• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including technical memos, service bulletins, and high‑quality training materials to empower our global teams.


• Deliver engaging and effective training sessions on new and existing products to Field Service Engineers, customers, and Service Technicians, fostering their technical proficiency.

Travel Requirements:

Up to 10% travel.

Skills You Bring:

• An Associate's (AS) degree in a technical engineering field or equivalent practical experience is required; a Bachelor's (BS) degree is preferred.


• A minimum of 2+ years of hands‑on field service or technical support experience in a relevant industry.


• A highly motivated, self‑driven individual with a positive and proactive approach to complex problem‑solving.


• Strong business acumen, analytical capabilities, and outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective interaction with diverse stakeholders.


• Proven ability to communicate effectively and collaborate seamlessly with cross‑functional teams.


• Aptitude to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently with minimal supervision.


• Good computer skills with a working knowledge of the MS Office suite.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

US requirement due to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). However, each country is different due to employment laws, so HR Partner discretion is advised. See HR Partner with any questions.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing computer‑based tasks and engaging in phone communication. Ability to work in an office environment and potentially in manufacturing or customer facilities, which may involve exposure to moderate noise levels and varying temperatures. Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Pay Range: $88,425.00 TO $105,000.00 USD 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, 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.].

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.

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.

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