Engineer 2, Process Development

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Summary: 

We are looking for a driven, talented Process Engineer to join the Process & Automation Engineering team in the Manufacturing Technology and Transfer (MTT) group. The MTT group works as an integral part of our Consumables Development and Manufacturing teams and is tasked with developing and deploying scalable manufacturing processes of sequencing consumables in regulated production environments. 

In this role, the individual will use engineering principles, best practices, and concepts to assist in process development, design, scale-up, improvement, and validation of the manufacture of sequencing substrates. The individual will also provide technical leadership to new product introduction and production process development. Additionally, the individual will partner cross-functionally with Product Development, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and vendors to develop and sustain processes for new sequencing consumables. 

Responsibilities:  

• Support consumable product development, manufacturing process development, process and product improvements, and other activities for manufacturing of sequencing substrates

• Represent operations needs on development teams for effective transfer of products and processes into manufacturing. 

• Work cross functionally with Product Development, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality teams and Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) to enable operations for launch and high-volume manufacturing. 

• Apply Critical Parameter Management (CPM) principles through design of experiments (DOEs) to optimize processes, troubleshoot yield/quality issues, and implement solutions in a production environment. 
• Analyze process test results, issue reports, and make technical recommendations to improve product and process quality.

• Define technical requirements, author process documents, and facilitate the transfer of manufacturing and QC processes from development to production in a regulated manufacturing environment. 

• Utilize 6-sigma, DFM, 8D, etc. to troubleshoot product and process issues. 

Requirements: 

• High-level problem solving and reasoning skills are required. 

• Demonstrated ability to accomplish goals while working across departments is required
• Demonstrated ability to accomplish goals while working in a team is required

• Interdepartmental communication skills and documentation skills are required
• Experience with statistics, statistical process control, and DOE techniques is preferred
• Experience with microfluidic device fabrication or chemical functionalization of surfaces is preferred

Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position.  Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs 

Education: 

• B.S./M.S. in Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, or similar discipline with 2+ years of relevant experience in production support/sustaining and/or process definition and development, design, scale-up, improvement, and validation. 

The estimated base salary range for the Engineer 2, Process Development role based in the United States of America is: $82,500 - $123,700. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. The range reflects long‑term growth in the role. Most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. 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.

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative 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 offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. 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. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact [email protected]. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.