Test Engineer

MKS Instruments, Inc.; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 71,025 - 118,375; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

15 days paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MKS Instruments, Inc. is seeking a Test Engineer in Rochester, NY. In this role, you will work with senior engineers to develop automated test systems and manage global projects effectively.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, strong problem-solving skills, and at least 2 years of related experience. MKS provides competitive medical benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of related experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Train under senior engineers to master automated test systems.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and ensure execution of deliverables.
• Perform verification and validation of test systems.

Skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Communication

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

LabVIEW

MS Office suite

Lab test equipment

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS

As a Test Engineer, you will partner with Principal and Senior Test Engineers, Product Support engineers, and test technicians to deploy, develop, and document automated test systems for our high‑volume service sites worldwide. You will also coordinate and drive technical projects related to new equipment deployment, product transitions, and service capability expansion, requiring strong project‑management skills to prioritize, track, and execute across a growing portfolio of initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Train under senior engineers to master the electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, pressure, flow, and software characteristics of automated test systems.
• Contribute to and help manage ongoing global projects, including new equipment deployments and service readiness initiatives.
• Track progress, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure timely execution of deliverables across multiple programs.
• Provide hands‑on technical assistance to Product Support engineers and test stand technicians to identify root causes of product or test system anomalies.
• Perform verification and validation of duplicate test systems before global deployment to guarantee accuracy, repeatability, and reliability.
• Use LabVIEW or similar automated test platforms to troubleshoot, analyze, and diagnose UUT and test stand issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience.
• Demonstrated project‑management experience, managing multiple initiatives with cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive, self‑motivated approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and prioritize multiple tasks efficiently.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite.

Preferred Skills

• Hands‑on experience with lab test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, waveform generators, and DAQ hardware.
• Familiarity with vacuum systems, pressure and flow measurement, and control systems.

Administrative Details & Scope

Reporting to: Technical Support Manager.

Physical demands: Working with electrical, pneumatic, mechanical, and lab test equipment.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $71,025 – $118,375 USD annually (good‑faith estimate based on qualifications and experience).

Bonus: Eligible for discretionary annual bonus.

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; life and disability insurance; 12 paid holidays; sick time; 15 days paid vacation; fully paid parental leave; adoption assistance; tuition reimbursement; career growth opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

MKS Instruments, Inc. is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We hire based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, and we do not discriminate on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected category. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.