Associate Applications Engineer

MKS Instruments is a global provider of instruments, subsystems and process control solutions that measure, monitor, deliver, analyze, power and control critical parameters of advanced manufacturing processes to improve process performance and productivity for our customers. Additional information can be found atSummary & Objectives:Principal Responsibilities:- Makes technical presentations regarding all aspects of company products- Implements detailed customer installation requirements- Travel Requirements: up to 10 % of travel is requiredKnowledge & Skills & Competencies:- Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Chemistry, or a related engineering/science is required- Background in vacuum physics, semiconductor or thin-film processing are preferred- Experience with analytical and process instrumentation- Experience with using software developments and industrial communication protocols- Strong communication, analytical, problem-solving skillsAbilities & Behaviors:- Collaborate with a diverse, dynamic, multifunctional team environment- Adhere to established development standards, safety policies and procedures- Applies company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues- Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained- Normally receives detailed instructions on all workSupervisory Scope:- Reporting Relationships- Financial ResponsibilitiesPhysical Demands & Working Conditions:- Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of time- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs- Must be able to hear staff on the phone and those who are served in-person, and speak clearly in order to communicate information to staff- Must have vision with or without lenses adequate to read memos, a computer screen, personnel forms and clinical and administrative documents- Must have high manual dexterity- Noise level in the work environment is usually average