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This role will be a key member of the Operations Automation Team reporting to the Automation Project Manager.\nYou Will Make an Impact By:\nDesigning, specifying, and integrating automated mechanical systems including motion systems, end-of-arm tooling, fixturing, conveyors, part handling solutions, and machine subsystems.\nDeveloping machine concepts, layouts, and detailed designs using CAD tools (SolidWorks) while collaborating closely with system design, controls, and robotics engineers.\nSelecting and integrating motors, actuators, gearboxes, linear motion components, bearings, sensors, pneumatics, and safety devices into automated equipment.\nSupporting machine design reviews, prototyping, assembly, startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities.\nLeading the integration, startup, verification, commissioning, and troubleshooting of automated machine solutions\nDesigning and executing experiments, prototypes, and proof-of-concept studies to evaluate new automation technologies, machine concepts, motion systems, and manufacturing processes.\nCollaborating with automation professionals in other divisions to align on best practices, automation standards, and control frameworks that accelerate implementation of automation solutions across global factories and production supercenters\nSkills You Bring:\nBS degree in an engineering discipline such as Mechanical Eng, Mechatronics, or Industrial Eng\n2+ years of hands-on experience designing and implementing automated manufacturing systems\nHands-on experience integrating and troubleshooting a wide variety of field devices, including sensors (photoelectric, proximity, vision), pneumatic and hydraulic components, variable frequency drives (VFDs), robots, and servo motors\nDemonstrated ability to create and read electrical schematics, design control panels, and implement industrial safety circuits (e.g., E-stops, light curtains, safety relays).\nExcellent ability to articulate technical concepts, project status, and troubleshooting efforts clearly to both technical and non-technical team members, including the Automation Project Manager and production staff\nMust be able to work closely with the Senior System Design Engineer to ensure seamless integration of sensors and actuators, and with the Robot & Controls Engineer to synchronize controls with robot motion and tasks\nFamiliarity with industrial networking protocols (EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, etc.) and automated data collection systems (SCADA, MES) a plus\nDemonstrated ability to design experiments, collect and analyze data, and make engineering recommendations based on quantitative results.\nCompensation and Benefits:\nSalary Pay Range: $75,000.00 - 110,000.00 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.\nBonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].\nBenefits: 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.\nGlobally, 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.\nMKS 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.\nIt is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. 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