About the role#
MKS Inc. is hiring a Software Engineer Co-op for a 3-month assignment during the summer of 2027. You will work with a team of experienced engineers to develop vacuum valve products and solve technical challenges for customers. This is a full-time, paid position based on-site in Andover, Massachusetts.
What you'll do#
- Develop embedded software for new and existing pressure control valves used in semiconductor manufacturing and vacuum applications.
- Collaborate with Hardware and Controls Engineering staff to create solutions for customer issues.
- Troubleshoot problems at the hardware and system level.
- Write and perform test automation scripts to validate firmware and control valve functionality.
- Collect and analyze data, then document your procedures and results.
- Communicate technical information clearly in both oral and written formats.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program for Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
- Experience with embedded software development.
- Working knowledge of C, C++, and Python.
- Familiarity with PC-based development environments.
- Experience using oscilloscopes, in-circuit emulators, and other embedded development equipment.
- Understanding of microcontrollers or DSPs with various communication interfaces.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
- A hands-on approach to problem solving and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Location & details#
- Location: Andover, MA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $23.00 to $31.00 per hour.
About MKS Inc.
MKS Inc. is a public company based in Andover, Massachusetts. It provides technology solutions for semiconductor manufacturing, electronics, and specialty industrial applications. The company produces instruments, subsystems, and specialty chemicals. These products assist with process performance and productivity for technology firms. It employs over 10,000 people.
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