Principle Mechanical Engineer

MKS Instruments enables technologies that transform our world. We deliver foundational technology solutions to leading edge semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial applications. We apply our broad science and engineering capabilities to create instruments, subsystems, systems, process control solutions and specialty chemicals technology that improve process performance, optimize productivity and enable unique innovations for many of the world's leading technology and industrial companies. Our solutions are critical to addressing the challenges of miniaturization and complexity in advanced device manufacturing by enabling increased power, speed, feature enhancement, and optimized connectivity. Our solutions are also critical to addressing ever-increasing performance requirements across a wide array of specialty industrial applications. Additional information can be found at

We are seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Bengaluru.

A day in your life at MKS:

Mechanical and electromechanical design changes of products and product variants in collaboration with our project teams

Product design with the focus on large scale assemblies with very complex assembly structures in multiple variants.

Support of product changes from the initial idea through to handover to the production

Timing of work in coordination with the overall project and task plans

responsibility for the preparation and approval of design documentation

Change management, planning and implementation of change processes

Execute the design, analysis or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures and product requirements

Development from the inquiry to the conceptual stage on to series production and delivery both in New Product Introduction projects and sustaining engineering

Strong focus on functional requirements, design for manufacturing, serviceability and cost

Making sure designed products meet requirements and are suited for serial production

Clarification of design requirements with Systems Engineering and Technology teams

Supporting Supply Chain, Service and Sales teams

Creating, checking and administration of drawings and documentation of technical data consistent with engineering policies and procedures

Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments

Participate on teams assigned to address organizational initiatives and generic issues

Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews

Close cross-functional collaboration, both internally and with external partners

What will you bring to the team:

Bachelor of Science or higher, ideally from the field of precision engineering / mechatronics, medical technology or similar with a focus on design methodology.

Proven experience in mechanical design engineering especially managing of large scale assemblies and variants.

Sound knowledge of the 3D CAD System Solidworks, especially in large configured assemblies

Knowledge or interest in the principles of design methodology (DFX), in particular cost-optimized (DTC) and production-oriented design (DFM), reliability optimization, LEAN methodology

Interested in international cooperation, German is a plus.

A high degree of self-motivation and teamwork

Experience with the PLM System Oracle Agile or Solidworks Electrical or Solidworks Composer is a plus.

Full time