Engineer 2 – Development

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. The Engineer 2- development role will be responsible for creating test system design and providing design, development, and test support to cross functional teams to develop industry-leading DNA sequencing instruments for clinical applications in an exciting, fast-paced environment. The foundation of all activities for this role is a wide, solid grasp of multiple areas of engineering and science technologies, and the ability to climb new learning curves quickly. Your day-to-day environment will change from designing a test fixture in CAD to integrating a complex setup in the lab to developing analytical tools for data analysis. Primary responsibilities include mapping complex use cases, development of system models/budgets, contributing to system & sub-system architecture designs, and developing test strategies for critical parameter, reliability, and verification testing. The candidate should possess strong optomechanical design, organizational and communication skills to facilitate successful product development across hardware, consumables, firmware, software, and chemistry teams. Responsibilities: Develop plans, procedures and execute engineering verification for instrument modules like optics, mechanical and thermal with support from subject matter experts. Develop plans, procedures and execute robustness testing like environmental corner case and shipping/vibration with support from subject matter experts Develop custom tests scripts using Python and Matlab to support Critical Parameter Management (CPM) and design verification activities Develop test setups to support CPM and life tests Design mechanical test systems in CAD using engineering best practices. Support system- and subsystem-level integration and test Create and present test findings to the cross functional design teams Create concise reports that document test results, requirement verification and limitations and constraints. Contribute as a key technical member on a team of creative and independent individuals Requirements: Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM discipline (Engineering, Math, Science), Preferred Mechanical engineering with 2-4 years of experience Master of Science Degree in a STEM discipline (Engineering, Math, Science), Preferred Mechanical Engineering with 0-2 years of experience. Proficiency in programming tools, such as Python, Matlab and labview Experience with solid modeling and drawing creation (Solidworks preferred) and geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (ASME Y14.5) Mechanically inclined and hands-on individual Experience with real time test environments such as National Instruments Adaptability and ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment Good verbal and written skills required Strong troubleshooting skills Occasional travel required (<15%) The estimated base salary range for the Engineer 2 – Development role based in the United States of America is: $72,000 - $108,000. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable salary range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off. At Illumina, we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by cultivating an environment in which everyone contributes to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always been rooted in openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative views and perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and demonstrate our collective commitment to diversity and inclusion in the communities we live and work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf Do you want to make a difference? Illumina’s mission is to improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome. If that inspires you, let’s talk. We’ve built a culture fueled by innovation, collaboration and openness, and established ourselves as the global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies. Our people and our technology change lives by driving advancements in life sciences, oncology, reproductive health, agriculture and other emerging markets. Life at Illumina is about working with teammates who are deeply passionate about what we do, because we know that our work has the power to improve lives. We’re an established company with a track record of phenomenal growth. Just check out our investor events and presentations to learn about our financial accomplishments. Our growth isn’t just in financials, we’ve been busy hiring the best and the brightest. Perhaps that’s why MIT has ranked Illumina near the top of its World’s Smartest Companies each of the last three years. If you thrive in a brilliant, fast-paced, and mission-driven environment, Illumina is the place for you. Join the journey of a lifetime. Join Illumina.

Salary : $72,000 - $108,000