Technical Support Engineer- Manufacturing Operations
Job Description
Technical Support Engineer role for expert troubleshooting, product support, and cross-functional collaboration in manufacturing operations.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert-level technical support to customers, Field Service Engineers, Sales teams, and Service Technicians.
- Answer complex technical questions and perform in-depth troubleshooting for critical issues via phone, email, or in person.
- Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to investigate new product failure modes and implement effective corrective actions.
- Support continuous improvement by analyzing performance concerns and driving corrective measures.
- Facilitate the transition of new products from design into service by representing the Service organization in product development projects.
- Communicate critical service requirements during development and propose innovative solutions.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including technical memos, service bulletins, and training materials for global teams.
- Deliver training sessions on new and existing products to Field Service Engineers, customers, and Service Technicians.
Requirements
- Associate’s (AS) degree in a technical engineering field or equivalent practical experience (required).
- 2+ years of hands-on field service or technical support experience in a relevant industry.
- Self-driven, motivated approach to complex problem-solving with a positive, proactive mindset.
- Strong business acumen, analytical skills, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills for cross-stakeholder work.
- Proven ability to communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with minimal supervision.
- Good computer skills with working knowledge of the MS Office suite.
Technical Stack
- MS Office
Work Location and Travel
- Wilmington, MA (onsite)
- Travel: up to 10%
Compensation
- Salary pay range: $88,425.00 to $105,000.00 USD per year
- MKS note: it is not typical to be hired at or near the top of the range for this role
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage (medical, dental, 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
- Discretionary annual bonus (amount to be determined by MKS)
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks and engaging in phone communication.
- Office environment work and potentially manufacturing or customer facilities.
- May involve exposure to moderate noise levels and varying temperatures.
- Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Authorization / Visa Sponsorship
- Eligible to work in the United States
- No work visa sponsorship for this position at this time
EEO, Background Checks, and Screening
- Equal opportunity employer including disability, veteran status, and all categories protected by law
- Affirmative action and equal opportunity employer; diverse candidates encouraged to apply
- Background checks and drug screens conducted in accordance with applicable law and company policies
Controlled Goods / ITAR-EAR (U.S. Persons)
- Certain positions may require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to ITAR or EAR.
- Applicants may need to be U.S. persons.
- U.S. persons generally include U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and refugees.
Reasonable Accommodations
If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, contact [email protected].
Massachusetts Lie Detector Law
In Massachusetts, it is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
How to Apply (Application Details)
- Include the requisition number (example: RXXXX), the title, and location of the role