Technical Associate R&D

MKS Instruments • Milpitas, CA

2d • $35 - $59 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Technical Associate R&D at Spectra-Physics, you will partner within Core Engineering to develop electronics assemblies for cutting edge laser products. In this role, you will report to the Head of Electrical Engineering.

Requirements

• An Associate Degree or equivalent technical experience
• Minimum of 6+ years of related experience
• Advanced skills in soldering.
• Proficiency in manual cable assembly, including crimping, stripping, and labeling using specialized tools for various connector types.
• Proficiency in using workshop machinery (e.g. drills, mills) and hand tools for precise modifications of enclosures and parts.
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc.).
• A solution-oriented mindset and the drive to tackle technical challenges head-on.
• Ability to read technical drawings and basic experience with CAD and ECAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, Autodesk, Altium Deisgner) to make minor design adjustments and create library parts.

Responsibilities

• Transform schematics into physical reality by independently assembling, wiring, and soldering high-precision prototypes and complex test setups.
• Plan and execute critical measurement series and verification tests.
• Identify hidden flaws early through systematic troubleshooting and root-cause analysis at the component level.
• Take ownership of laboratory infrastructure and measurement equipment, ensuring the development environment is always "state-of-the-art" and efficient.

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
• tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree