Systems Engineer

A Day in Your Life at MKS:  

As a Systems Engineer at Photon Control Inc., a subsidiary of MKS Instruments, Inc. you play a key role in the design, development and delivery of cutting-edge optical sensor solutions required for advanced semiconductor fabrication. In this role, you will be part of the Advanced Development Team, reporting to the Principal Optical Architect. 

You Will Make an Impact By:  

• Leading integration of opto-mechanical subcomponents of new products. 
• Defining requirements for new products and new product characterization. 
• Designing and executing tests to support leading-edge optical sensor development projects. 
• Designing test equipment to evaluate subcomponents and fully built products. 
• Supporting mechanical design and prototyping of opto-mechanical sensor technology platforms and test fixtures. 
• Understanding multi-disciplinary system issues and providing improvement action plans. 
• Analyzing, compiling, and presenting test results to the project team. 
• Using statistical analysis software to analyze data and draw data-based conclusions. 
• Handling aggressive deadlines with agility and results driven approach. 

Skills You Bring:  

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering (Applied Physics, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or other engineering degrees from a related field). 
• 2+ years of related experience. 
• Experience in leading multi-disciplinary projects and autonomously driving the identification and validation of project requirements, risks and solution pathways. 
• Proven ability to design, optimize, and validate the integration of mechanical/optical/electrical subcomponents for complex systems and instrumentation. 
• Experience with SolidWorks CAD software as a design and documentation tool.
• Proficiency with data analysis and statistics; experience with MATLAB, JMP or Minitab desirable. 
• Flexible and willing to work in a very fast-paced environment where tasks and priorities may change often. 
• Excellent communication skills (interpersonal and written) and a proven ability to collaborate with team members in a fast-paced multi-disciplined environment. 
• A desire to learn and grow in a proactive, collaborative environment. 
• Demonstrated ability for detailed hands-on work. 
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail. 
• Proactive, self-starter, and safety conscious. 

Preferred Skills: 

• Experience assembling bench top optics. 
• Knowledge of semiconductor process tooling is a plus.
• Proficiency with Python, LabView, or other equipment automation methods. 

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: 

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. 
• Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time. 
• Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include heat, cold, fumes, strong magnets, confined spaces, lasers, microwaves, and vacuum/pressure systems. 
• Flexible and willing to work in a very fast-paced environment where tasks and priorities may change often. 
• Excellent time management skills and commitment to meet deadlines. 

Benefits: 

• Bonus Percentage Plan 
• RRSP Matching Program 
• Healthcare Including Medical, Dental and Vision, Life Insurance and AD&D, Medical Travel Insurance 
• Global Employee Assistance Program 
• Referral Program 
• Recognition Awards 
• Additional Flex Day Off with Spending Allowance 
• Transit Zone 1 Reimbursement

Compensation:

Salary Pay Range: $80,000 - $105,000 per year. This range is a reasonable expectation of pay for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience, education, training, operational and business needs and other considerations.

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to various export control regulations.  Applicants for these positions may be limited (by, for example, their countries of citizenship, country of origin, or immigration status) where required by law or governmental contact, and/or employment made contingent upon the issuance of appropriate governmental licensing.

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. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: accommodationsatMKS@mksinst.com .

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