A Day in Your Life at MKSWe are seeking a highly skilled Principal Manufacturing Engineer to lead manufacturing engineering activities for Flow products at the Nogales site.This role is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes to ensure efficient, scalable, and high-quality production.The Principal Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in New Product Introduction (NPI), product transfers, and business continuity initiatives, ensuring smooth ramp‐up and operational readiness.This position also drives continuous improvement, automation, and Industry 4.0 initiatives aligned with MKS operational excellence goals.You Will Make an Impact ByLead development and optimization of manufacturing processes for Flow products (assembly, leak testing, calibration, inspection)Drive New Product Introduction (NPI), transfers, and Business Continuity Planning (BCP) to ensure production readiness and successful ramp‐upDefine and validate manufacturing processes (PFMEA, control plans, work instructions, IQ/OQ/PQ where applicable)Design and implement tooling, fixtures, and production equipment to improve efficiency and repeatabilitySupport and sustain production lines by troubleshooting technical issues, reducing scrap, and improving yield and cycle timeLead and develop teams of 5–10 engineers and technicians, ensuring accountability and execution of prioritiesDrive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, CI projects) aligned to cost, quality, and delivery targetsCollaborate with integral engineering teams (UK/Colorado)



to ensure alignment on standards, design intent, and process requirementsSupport ECO/TDN implementation, ensuring timely and controlled execution in productionLead CAPEX projects including equipment justification, selection, installation, and validationDrive Industry 4.0 initiatives (digitalization, automation, data visibility) within Flow manufacturing operationsEnsure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory requirementsSkills You BringBachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Mechatronics Engineering, or related fieldMinimum 8+ years in Manufacturing Engineering within a high‐mix, medium‐volume environmentStrong experience in assembly processes for precision products (fluid handling, flow systems preferred)Experience in NPI, product transfers, and production ramp‐upExpertise in troubleshooting manufacturing issues using structured problem‐solving (RCA, 8D, Ishikawa)Strong knowledge of PFMEA, control plans, SPC, and process validationExperience with equipment integration, fixture design,



and error‐proofing (poka‐yoke)Project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholdersLeadership experience managing engineering teams (5–10 people)Strong cross‐functional collaboration skills (Quality, Production, Planning, Materials, Design Engineering)Excellent communication skills, including interaction with global teamsData‐driven mindset with focus on KPIs such as yield, OEE, and cycle timePreferred SkillsExperience with Flow products, mass flow controllers, or fluid systems manufacturingFamiliarity with Industry 4.0 tools (MES, data analytics, IoT‐enabled equipment)Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt/Black Belt preferred)Experience working in global environments (UK/US/MX collaboration)Knowledge of sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives in manufacturingExperience supporting pilot builds and engineering buildsPhysical Demands and Working ConditionsPerform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods.Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordinationOccasionally moves/positions objects up to 25 lbsAbility to remain in a stationary position for approximately 15% of the timeRequires manual dexterity and coordination at various levels (below, at, and above shoulder level)Must be able to communicate and exchange information clearly and accuratelyOperates in a manufacturing and office environmentConstant use of computer and office productivity toolsAbility to observe details at close rangeCommitment to safety when working with mechanical/electrical systems, high voltage, gas, water, and heatNoise level is typically moderate#J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 Principal Manufacturing Engineer (Heroica Nogales)
🏢 MKS
📍 Heroica Nogales