Principal Materials Scientist

A Day in the Life

As a Principal Materials Scientist at MKS Andover, you will partner with R&D, Engineering, Product Management, Applications, and customers to develop and support vacuum valves. Key areas of responsibility will be:

• Low particle vacuum seal technology metallurgical and metal fatigue analysis
• Surface treatment and coatings for low particle performance
• On Wafer Particle metrology and analysis

Requirements

Candidates must be U.S. Citizens, as the position requires citizenship eligibility.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and expertise with low particle, high vacuum seals
• MS or PhD degree in Materials Science, or a related physics or engineering field
• 8+ years experience, preferably with Semiconductor Equipment
• Knowledge of Analytical techniques (SEM, FTIR, EDX)
• Knowledge of Materials Science and metallurgy
• Preferred Skills: Experience with Semiconductor Fabrication Equipment

Skills

• Experience with bonded seal technology
• Analyze, specify, and design bonded seal technology
• Analyze wear mechanisms of fluoroelastomer and perfluoroelastomer seals
• Develop and work with external partners
• Analyze mechanisms for particle generation
• Develop and apply metrology to evaluate particle performance

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for 90% of the time
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Occasionally moves/positions up to 20lbs pounds

Pay & Benefits

• Salary Pay Range: $ 126,200.00 - 210,350.00 per year
• This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS
• Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS
• Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 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 and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.]

About the Role

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details.