Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (NPI)

A Day in Your Life at MKS:Vacuum Solution, a division of MKS Instruments, is looking for a dynamic and self-motivated individual with strong leadership skills to join our team as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer in New Product Development and Automation.In this role, you will collaborate with the Product Development Engineering team to bridge the gap between product design and manufacturing, focusing on new product introductions (NPI) and implementing automated processes.Your responsibilities will include analyzing requirements, designing automated solutions, developing manufacturing processes, and ensuring smooth transitions to production. You will also play a key role in continuous improvement by identifying and implementing solutions for process optimization and often act as a technical leader for platform integration.Additionally, you will work with the Operations team and other Manufacturing Engineers to establish and oversee manufacturing processes across various production areas.You Will Make an Impact By:Facilitating in creating seamless transitions of new products into a high-mix production environment.Engaging in early design concepts with a focus on design for excellence.Assisting in structuring bills of materials to ensure manufacturing scalability.Developing work instructions and routings within an MES system.Identifying and tracking critical process parameters to create a robust dataset for yield and process improvements.Planning, preparing, training, and executing the transfer to manufacturing.Identifying automation opportunities and assisting with their implementation.Designing assembly lines to meet takt times and balance production lines.Executing projects aimed at continuous improvement and development.Skills You Bring:BS/MS in Industrial/Mechanical/Electrical/Software engineering3+ years of experience in a mixed production environmentKnowledge of and experience with:Structured problem-solving tools and techniquesSPC tools and process control implementationLean manufacturing methodologiesModern programming language, such as Python, JavaScript, or SQL* Experience in leading Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis and DFX type activitiesPreferred Skills:Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma Green beltExperience troubleshooting and solving production problems with minimal supervision.Knowledge in measurement equipmentKnowledge of PowerBI, Oracle, Minitab preferredKnowledge of MES and product lifecycle management systemsPhysical Demands and Working Conditions:Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of timeRegularly requires good manual dexterity and coordinationOccasionally moves/positions objects up to 20 lbs.Ability to remain in a stationary position for 40% of the timeRegularly requires manual dexterity and coordination of objects below, at and above shoulder levelMust be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understandMust be able to exchange accurate informationOperates in a professional office and/or laboratory/manufacturing environmentConstantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery• Ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards, including handling mechanical and electrical hardware, high voltage, gas, water, and heatNoise level in the work environment is usually averageThis position is onsite and candidate must live within commutable distance to our location in Methuen MA or Wilmington MA. Relocation benefits are not available for this position.We are interested in a qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States and 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.Compensation and Benefits:* Salary Pay Range: $80,909 - $150,259 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 [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.#LI-MH1Globally, 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. 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