Job Description

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 Staff Mechanical Design Engineer in Illumina\xe2\x80\x99s R&D department will lead and contribute to the development of new, industry-leading genetic analysis platforms for life sciences and clinical markets. The engineer will be responsible for design of DNA sequencing equipment that includes complex optical, mechanical, electrical, chemical, and software sub-systems. The engineer will be responsible for participating in and coordinating cross-functional teams, developing plans, performing analysis, and innovating new technologies.

Job duties and responsibilities include:

Uncover product requirements and translate requirements into subsystem specifications

Instrument design including enclosure and precision electro-mechanical

Work in concurrent, cross-functional teams. Actively seek out and collect input from stakeholders across supporting disciplines

Utilize low to high volume manufacturing techniques

Source components and interface with suppliers

Manage outsourced design and manufacturing relationships

Compare performance and cost of design options in a data driven manner

Perform mechanical and thermal analysis of subsystem / system designs

Create schedules and manage actions to meet milestones

Perform risk analysis, develop test plans, and execute verification testing of subsystems and systems

Follow through on transfer of new products into manufacturing, track issues in manufacturing and the field, and implement resolution of issues

Propose and investigate new architectures, technologies and products that enable the goals of Illumina\xe2\x80\x99s product portfolio

Candidate must thrive in a dynamic environment and place great emphasis on meeting milestones and breaking down barriers to achieve results

Education and experience:

BS/MS/PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related and
5 years industry experience

Candidate must have experience in product development, transfer to manufacturing, and documentation

Candidate must have a proven track record in designing robust electro-mechanical systems which may include imaging, dynamic motion control, fluidics components, and thermal control

Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical engineering design principles and practices - Form, fit, tolerance stack analysis, GD&T, drafting standards, FEA, design for assembly, design for manufacturing, etc.

Experience with a wide variety of manufacturing processes (low, medium, and high volume)

Experience designing complex mechanisms, such as clutches, gear trains, cams, and linkages

Proven record in utilizing concurrent engineering and design for manufacturability

Selection of electromechanical components such as motors, power transmission components and sensors

Evaluation and optimization of complex tolerance budgets

Candidate must have strong project management skills and interpersonal, relationship-building skills

Fluent in SolidWorks CAD software and one or more mechanical FEA packages

Experience in biomedical instruments and/or genetic analysis equipment is preferred

Experience with designs for optical and imaging systems is a plus

Experience in fluidic analysis including FEA is a plus

Experience in FDA regulated markets is a plus

ATTITUDE/ATTRIBUTES:

Ability and willingness to make an impact

Creativity of thought and mindset

Thrives in a dynamic and fast paced environment

A passion for discovery

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.

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