Software Engineer – Automation Integration

Software Engineer – Automation Integration

Location: Singapore - Woodlands - NorthTech

Time Type: Full time

Posted On: Posted Yesterday

Job Requisition ID: 38972-JOB

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:

This position is responsible for the design, development, maintenance, and improvement of manufacturing equipment integration with the Manufacturing Execution System (MES). This position will support company initiatives in moving the organization process towards cutting-edge automation solutions. It also involves developing and sustaining reports that provide operational insights for equipment, process, and product improvement.

Position Responsibilities:

• Gather user requirements from the Manufacturing, Process, and Product teams to map existing manufacturing processes for automation solutions.
• Integrate automation solution with MES to enforce manufacturing process flow and its data integrity.
• Make recommendations to improve application/system effectiveness that will best meet business needs.
• Collaborate across functional teams to understand, sustain, and enhance existing application/system for existing or new product.
• Actively collaborate with wider teams to investigate, resolve and enhance solutions to meet higher quality standards.
• Provide timely project updates to stakeholders.
• Provide training for users.
• Comply with organization documentation standards.
• Perform testing, verification, and validation to release solution to Manufacturing.
• Provide timely support to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues related to application and MES integration.
• Develop and maintain reports that provide operational insight based on data collected to support decision-making for process, equipment, and product improvement.

All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.

Preferred Education/Experience/Skills:

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related degree in computing and engineering OR Diploma in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent with at least 3 years of working experience.
• 1-2 years of experience in software development, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Experience in developing and maintaining software using relevant programming languages like Java or .NET programming languages.
• Experience with the MES system (especially Camstar) is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience in SCRUM collaboration framework is beneficial.
• Familiarity with ZNT PAC framework and related technologies is beneficial.
• Familiarity in working with SECS/GEM, OPC, TCP/IP, and Modbus TCP protocol.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Familiar with Software Life Cycle Management.
• Knowledge and experience on Validation principles for the medical industry would be advantageous.
• Experience with FDA cGMP, ISO, and other quality systems for medical product development would be advantageous.

Illumina believes that everyone has the ability to make an impact, and 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.

About Us

The potential of genomics to change the world is unparalleled. At Illumina, we are leading the way. Our technology empowers researchers and clinicians globally to improve cancer treatments, change the course of diseases, protect the environment, and fight food insecurity. We are made up of dedicated professionals, all-in on creating a better world – and we need every skill set on our path to making genomics useful for all. Learn more about life at Illumina.