Sr Engineer - Manufacturing

Sr Engineer - Manufacturing

Apply locations Singapore - Woodlands - NorthTech

Time type Full time

Posted on Posted Yesterday

Job requisition id 39041-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:

Responsible for performing final testing and troubleshooting of sequencing and micro array instrumentation. Work with system integration group to support product transfer. Other responsibilities include failure analysis, quality improvement, process enhancement, cost reduction, engineering evaluation, and system improvement.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Hands-on testing and integration of DNA Sequencing or Micro Array Instrumentation using standard protocols under ISO Certification.
2. Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, firmware, software, and chemistry/reagent problems on complex systems (e.g., Instruments with optical & fluidics sub-systems).
3. Complete Non-conformance Records based on the investigation and drive the release of instruments back to production.
4. Establish Engineering Study to support various experiments and data collection efforts.
5. Perform data analysis to determine variations, distribution, trends, etc.
6. Transfer new products from development team into manufacturing.
7. Write and update work instructions as needed to improve test procedures.
8. Analyze data, prepare reports, and present findings.
9. Provide guidance and supervision to junior engineer.

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.

Position Requirements:

1. Strong analytical skills, problem-solving, and troubleshooting.
2. Demonstrated ability to use statistical tools in data analysis and problem-solving.
3. Demonstrated ability in developing Work Instructions, Writing and Presenting reports.
4. Experience with FDA regulated medical device manufacturing.
5. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and accuracy, and the ability to work independently and in a team environment are essential.
6. Must thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environment.
7. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

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

Preferred Experience/Education/Skills:

1. Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree (Bioengineering, Science or Engineering).
2. 5+ years preferred working experience in Life Science Industry (Medical Device is preferred) with knowledge in DNA Sequencing/Micro Array/Liquid Handling Robot and systems testing – hardware, firmware, software, and chemistry/reagents.
3. Experience preferred in analytical tool building and programming (Tableau, JMP, Python, etc.) will be an added advantage.
4. Experience in various laboratory analytical instrumentation and techniques (Nanodrop, Spectrometer, PCR, pH Meter, etc.) will be an added advantage.

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.