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MKS Inc.

2026 Jan-May Reliability Engineer Co-op

MKS Inc., Rochester, New York, United States

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MKS Inc. The co-op runs from January through May 2026. Power Solutions, a Business Unit of MKS Instruments, Inc, develops and manufactures products that deliver power for advanced etch and deposition in Semiconductor and Thin Film markets. This group focuses on enabling reliable technologies for high-aspect-ratio etch and deposition in advanced memory and logic processing. Their products enable fast and accurate profile and uniformity control for state-of-the-art 7nm/5nm processes as well as 3D NAND memory. We are looking for an exceptional

Reliability Engineering Co-op

who can provide technician-level support to RF product engineers in a design/reliability environment. Incumbent will assist Reliability Engineers in support of existing products and assist in making improvements under the direction of other senior engineers. Responsibilities

Working with Reliability Engineering staff in the design efforts of state-of-the-art power supplies and matching networks supporting semiconductor and solar manufacturing industries. Solve reliability problems. Research new technologies. Perform failure analysis of components and PCB subassemblies. Analyze design parameters and subsequent component stresses for overall system reliability. Characterize components for electrical performance and against published specifications. Design and construct fixtures for reliability testing. What you will bring to the team

Enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree program for Engineering (Electrical, Electronic Technology, Microelectronic, Computer Engineering Technology). Working knowledge and understanding of electronics and semiconductor devices, including analog and digital circuits. Experience reading circuit schematics and datasheets. Hands-on experience with circuit boards and soldering techniques. Familiarity with electrical engineering laboratory instruments, such as Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, Function Generators, Network Analyzers. Ability to work on tasks effectively, independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment. Excellent communication skills and problem-solving through engineering methods and techniques. Qualified candidates should be US Persons. Compensation and Benefits

Hourly Pay Range: $25.00 to $28.00 per hour. This range is a good faith estimate based on qualifications, experience, and business needs. At MKS, it is not typical to hire 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. Additional information

The application period for the intern/co-op position is estimated to be through the end of October 2025; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and 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.

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