Quality Engineer

MKS Instruments

. Maintain and improve reliable Product Quality levels and a sustainable Quality Management environment at the Lawrence pressure sensor manufacturing site .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeLawrence • Massachusetts • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $71,025 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in root cause analysis methodologies and hands-on troubleshooting techniques, with a strong focus on maintaining product quality and resolving quality issues in electromechanical assemblies. Proficient in conducting quality audits and collaborating with stakeholders to drive continuous improvements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Root Cause AnalysisElectromechanical Assembly TroubleshootingQuality AuditsElectrical MeasurementsStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Root Cause Analysis MethodologiesTroubleshooting TechniquesElectronic Circuit AnalysisComponent-Level Failure InvestigationElectrical Schematics Interpretation

Soft Skills

Structured Problem-SolvingStakeholder Management

Tools & Technologies

8D Problem SolvingIshikawa Diagram5xWhy AnalysisDiagnostic ToolsTest Equipment

Industry Keywords

Quality ManagementManufacturing Quality IssuesSupplier Quality AuditsITAR ComplianceEAR Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain and improve reliable Product Quality levels and a sustainable Quality Management environment at the Lawrence pressure sensor manufacturing site
Perform root cause analysis and recommend continuous improvements using 8D, Ishikawa, and 5xWhy Problem Solving tools
Lead and support technical investigations on electromechanical assemblies
Identify failure root causes through analytical and hands-on troubleshooting
Support Manufacturing in resolving supplier and internal quality issues
Support Service in monitoring field claims and resolving top field issues
Work with suppliers, Engineers, and stakeholders to resolve major quality issues
Perform internal and supplier quality audits and ensure timely closure of findings
Use reporting systems and Pareto analysis to identify major problems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electronics, physics, an engineering discipline or similar
2+ years of experience
Strong knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies and practical troubleshooting techniques
Experience using electrical measurements, schematics, test equipment and diagnostic tools
Hands-on experience with electronic circuit analysis, component-level failure investigation, and interpretation of electrical schematics is highly desirable
Strong and structured problem-solving mentality
Excellent stakeholder management skills
Applicants for certain positions may need to be “U.S. persons” under ITAR or EAR requirements
Candidates generally must reside in states where MKS is registered to do business

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
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