Principal Mechanical Engineer - R&D

Job Overview A Day in Your Life at MKS: As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will support the development of next generation technologies that enable new market applications. You will provide technical leadership to a team of mechanical engineers implementing innovative solutions to complex thermal, structural and packaging design challenges. This opportunity will encompass multiple product families that include high power electronics, remote plasma sources, microwave delivery systems, and ozone generators. In this role, you will report to the Advanced Technology Group. As a curious, successful candidate you will operate independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, dynamic, highly technical environment and work on cross-functional projects. You are highly self-motivated and capable of combining the efforts of the team to support innovative designs and differentiated technology. Responsibilities Work as part of a technical / scientific team responsible for the mechanical design, modeling, testing, and packaging of next‑generation complex electro‑mechanical components and integrated sub‑systems. Develop innovative designs for prototypes of new technologies, with an eye to future cost effectiveness and manufacturability. Analyze thermal and structural performance using FEA simulation. Communicate effectively with both a cross‑functional development team and project management in oral and written forms. Communicate effectively with manufacturing vendors to discuss strategies for the fabrication of complex mechanical designs. Ensure products meet applicable design requirements. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with 8+ years of experience. Solid understanding of heat transfer mechanisms with knowledge of the corresponding materials and cooling methodologies. Skilled with the design and test of complex mechanical systems from requirements to realization. Strong technical communication (verbal, written, presentation) skills. Expert level SolidWorks user. Knowledge of advanced machining techniques. Ability to understand and manage tradeoffs between cost, performance, and schedule. Preferred Qualifications Experience with CFD techniques. Ability to perform geometric tolerancing. Advanced knowledge of aluminum, stainless steel, and ceramic materials. Understanding of electrical power handling, especially in the realm of dielectrics and electrical clearances (EN 61010). Semiconductor manufacturing industry background. Compensation and Benefits Salary Pay Range: $126,200.00 - $210,350.00 per year. Bonus: Eligible for a discretionary annual bonus. Benefits: 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, stock programs, signing bonus. EEO Statement MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. MKS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr MKS Instruments, Inc.