2027 Spring Mechanical Engineer Undergraduate Co-op (R20616)

" As a Mechanical Engineering co-op at MKS, you will work within the Direct Pressure Engineering group to support the design, analysis, build and test of capacitance sensors and transducers. In this role you will report to Sr Mgr, Engineering. Intern / Co-op Program Overview 6-month co-op assignment within a functional area of MKS Inc. that provides students a comprehensive and engaging experience from before your program starts to after the program ends.Meaningful work and project assignmentsNetworking opportunities with peers and executives Exposure to different divisions of the businessUnderstanding of MKS Inc.'s commitment to culture and belonging Intern/Co-op Term: This is a 6-month internship/co-op beginning in January 2027. You Will Make An Impact By Working closely with engineering and production to build prototype designs Helping diagnose production related issues with sensor performancePerforming various types of mechanical and thermal analyses using SolidWorks and/or COMSOL FEA with the help/guidance of senior Mechanical EngineersTesting pressure transducers at the sensor and system levelAnalyzing test data and produce detailed reportsSupporting design and troubleshooting of test systemsDesigning and fabricate test equipment via 3D printing, CNC milling, etc.Travel Requirements: Up to 10% of Travel is required. Skills You Bring Enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree program in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Massachusetts LowellComfortable with using standard hand tools for building electromechanical devices and test systemsSolidWorks CAD modelingMicrosoft Excel, MATLAB or Python script writing for data processingFamiliar with basic electrical testing and debugging methods Preferred Skills Capability to perform extensive test data analysisGood understanding of mechanical design principlesGood understanding of heat transfer principles Familiar with using test instrumentation like thermocouples, strain gauges, infrared cameras, etc. Physical Demands & Working Conditions Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of timeRegularly requires good manual dexterity and coordinationMust be able to communicate accurate information and ideas so others will understandThe ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)Operates in a professional office environmentFrequently operates a computer and other office productivity machineryNoise level in the work environment is usually average Sponsorship is not available for this position. Compensation And Benefits Hourly Pay Range: $23.00 to $31.00 per hour. 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. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role. Benefits: MKS offers a benefits package for interns/co-ops working at least 20 hours per week, including 11 paid holidays, sick time, and 15 paid vacation days accrued on a biweekly basis. The application period for the intern/co-op position is estimated to be through the end of November 2026; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. "