Manufacturing Equipment Engineer 2

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.Position Summary:As a Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, you will provide technical leadership in manufacturing sustaining efforts in a high volume, consumables manufacturing environment. You will define and perform preventive maintenance on optical, mechanical, electrical and fluidics systems. You will work to improve equipment uptime and reliability. You will also apply organic chemistry principles in troubleshooting manufacturing and equipment process issues.Position Responsibilities:Define and perform preventive maintenance on optical, mechanical, electrical and fluidics systemsUse mechanical, optical, fluidics and organic chemistry knowledge to troubleshoot manufacturing process and equipment issues, as they arisePerform basic computer/software troubleshootingDevelop, write and update manuals and proceduresTrain other engineers and production personnel on procedure, process and equipment changesWork in a team environment to improve equipment reliability and uptimeConstruct and execute controlled experiments (including DOE's) to address equipment-related yield and quality issues and drives implementation of solutions in a production environment to meet production goalsDevelop or source alternative replacement for obsoleted parts and execute changes through change managementOn night shift, provide maintenance and process support to a high volume manufacturing organizationRequirements:Minimum of 2 years experience in high volume manufacturing environment preferredCandidate has experience with opto/mechanical/electrical system, fluidics and organic chemistry processes (preferably DNA-related)Competencies:Strong demonstrated mechanical aptitude is requiredExperience in writing procedures and training is requiredBasic computer troubleshooting skills are requiredGood inter-departmental communication skills and documentation skills are requiredDemonstrated ability to work independently is requiredExperience with Statistical Process Control, JMP and DOE techniques is a plusEducation:BSc/B. Eng/Masters in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical EngineeringDiploma with at least 15 years of relevant experienceWe 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 accommodations@illumina.com. 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.