Senior Automation Engineer (Robots & Controls)

MKS Instruments • Andover, MA

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About The Position

We are looking for an exceptional Senior Automation Engineer (Control Software & Robotics) to join our team and support the development of automation solutions for new and existing products across business units & global production sites in our Vacuum Systems Division. In this role, you will collaborate with manufacturing and automation professionals in the development of automation solutions that enable the production of high tolerance instrumentation products, improving efficiency, cost, quality, and capacity in our global factories. This role will be a key member of the Operations Automation Team reporting to the Automation Project Manager. If you thrive in a team environment and are passionate about innovation, we would love to hear from you !

Requirements

• BS degree in mechatronics, robotics, or mechanical engineering (Master's degree with a focus on robotics is highly preferred)
• 6+ years of hands-on experience programming and integrating industrial robots in a manufacturing environment / experience programming multi-axis robots for precision assembly tasks is essential
• Proficiency in programming robots from leading manufacturers including online programming with teach pendants and offline programming using native language (Python or C# for custom scripts)
• Strong theoretical and practical understanding of kinematics, motion planning, and control systems
• Hands-on experience integrating and troubleshooting a wide variety of field devices, including sensors (photoelectric, proximity, vision), pneumatic and hydraulic components, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and servo motors.
• Experience with robot simulation software to develop, analyze, and verify robot paths and logic before implementation and testing
• Familiarity with industrial networking protocols (EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, etc.) and automated data collection systems (SCADA, MES)

Responsibilities

• Programming the robot motion paths, defining keep out zones, and developing the logic for its interaction with other systems, parts, and equipment
• Developing the control strategy and operation sequencing for complex mechanical assembly and material handling tasks
• Troubleshooting and optimizing robot performance for safety, speed, accuracy, and reliability in the specific automation application
• Supporting software integration with the HMI (Human-Machine Interface) and larger tool control system architecture
• Selecting and integrating appropriate task-specific end-effectors as needed into the overall system design
• Collaborating with design teams during the product development process to optimize designs for assembly automation, including the development of best practice guidelines and divisional design standards
• Supporting integration, startup, verification, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated solutions
• Integrating, programming, and optimizing automated material handling systems, including automated guided vehicles, to deliver material and coordinate effectively with manual and robotic workcells

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.]

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level