Test Engineering Technician
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Principal Responsibilities: - Supports engineering activities such as design, test, checkout, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototype electro-mechanical systems, experimental design circuits, or specialized test equipment -The candidate should possess a strong hands-on mindset to support production equipment - Applications may include analog, digital, and/or logic systems - Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts, or defined plans to perform testing, checkout, and troubleshooting functions - Conducts engineering tests and detailed experimental testing to collect design data or assist in research work - Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment - Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions - Assists in the design, construction, test, and checkout of test equipment - Uses manufacturing test, development, or diagnostic equipment, including but not limited to such equipment as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and specialized test apparatus, which may require software skills Required Skills: - Requires an Associate degree or equivalent technician experience - Minimum of 4+ years of related experience Preferred Skills: Instrumentation & Measurement Expertise Skilled in using oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal analyzers, and pressure transducers for accurate electrical and mechanical measurements. - Test Procedure Development & Execution - Ability to follow and refine test protocols, ensuring repeatability and reliability in electrical and pressure-related testing. Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis Strong diagnostic skills to quickly identify and resolve electrical or sensor-related issues in test setups and production environments. - Data Acquisition & Analysis Proficiency with data logging systems and software tools (e.g., LabVIEW, MINITAB, POWER BI, or similar) to collect, interpret, and report test results. - Knowledge of Safety Standards & Compliance Familiarity with electrical safety practices, ESD handling, and industry standards (e.g., IEC or SEMI) to ensure safe and compliant testing. - Collaboration & Communication Skills Ability to work closely with engineers, managers, and production teams, clearly documenting results and providing feedback for process improvements. 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 . If applying for a specific job, please include the requisition number (ex: RXXXX), the title and location of the role
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