Mksinst

Principal Mechanical Engineer

Irvine, CA · Principal

Work authorization required$140k-$210kDetected 25 days ago

Data AnalysisSAPSupply ChainERPSolidWorksANSYSFEAGD&TMechanical DesignLeadershipCommunicationMentoringTolerance Analysis

About the role

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Leading mechanical design of vibration control products and custom customer solutions, balancing performance, cost, schedule, and manufacturability.
Defining and executing verification/validation strategies including prototype builds, characterization tests, environmental/vibration testing, and design reviews.
Serving as a technical authority and mentor, reviewing designs and coaching junior engineers/designers.
Collaborating cross ‑ functionally with product management and sales to support roadmap execution, technical customer engagements, and lifecycle management of existing platforms.

Experience with PLM/ERP systems (Agile, SAP, etc.), and familiarity with cleanliness/non ‑ magnetic materials, vacuum compatibility, and RoHS/REACH considerations.
Ability to take and follow directions and instructions.
Because this position involves the above material job duties, trustworthiness, reliability, and good judgment also are material job duties.

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related engineering discipline) required; Master's degree preferred.
8+ years of progressive mechanical engineering experience in precision mechanical systems and vibration mitigation.
Hands ‑ on prototyping and test experience: instrumentation, test planning, data analysis, and clear technical reporting.
Comfort operating in a regulated/quality environment with disciplined configuration control and documentation practices.

$ 140,000.00 - 210,000.00 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.
Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].

This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].

We are interested in a qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States.
MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law.
MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("MKS") is an affirmative action and
equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: accommodationsatMKS@mksinst.com.

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