Engineer 1 - Development
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$ 67000 - 100600
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Job Summary:
As an Engineer 1 in the Advanced Platforms group you will work on technology development for exciting new products. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team solving complex problems working on integration issues and investigating new research areas.
Responsibilities:
Handson testing integration and optimization of systems including fluidics hardware firmware software and chemistry/reagents
Quickly fabricate and test prototyped microfluidic systems
Conduct system level testing assay testing image analysis
Translate benchtop assays to prototype microfluidic systems
Use standard lab instrumentation: fluorescence plate readers fluorescence microscopes thermocyclers bioanalyzers DNA sequencers syringe pumps
Develop and implement experimental test plans
Record and analyze complex data sets
Develop creative solutions to troubleshoot issues
Willingness to be handson
Share and record experimental results for an audience with broad technical backgrounds at technical meetings
Requirements:
Multidisciplinary ProblemSolving: Ability to integrate concepts from physics chemistry biology and engineering to develop innovative solutions.
Experimental and Analytical Expertise: Proficient in designing building and debugging electromechanical and fluidic systems with handson experience in lab instrumentation and data acquisition.
Transport Phenomena Mastery: Solid foundation in mass momentum and heat transfer; skilled in applying scaling principles and dimensionless analysis.
Collaborative Leadership: Strong communication skills and teamoriented mindset; thrives in dynamic fastpaced environments with a focus on innovation.
Nice to have:
Programming and Data Analysis: Proficient in Python for automating experiments data analysis and statistical modeling; experience with MATLAB and LabVIEW for instrument control is a plus
Microfabrication and Prototyping: Experience with 3D printing laser cutting injection molding profilometry and cleanroom processes for microfluidic systems development is a plus.
Biological Systems and Assays: Handson experience with sequencing technologies library preparation PCR and working in BSL2 environments with cells and tissues would be an asset but not required.
Design and Process Control: Competent in CAD tools (e.g. SolidWorks) tolerance analysis process design and control systems is a plus.
Education:
- Typically requires a Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering Bioengineering Mechanical Engineering Physics Chemistry or a related discipline and no previous related experience; or equivalent work experience.
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The estimated base salary range for the Engineer 1 Development role based in the United States of America is: $67000 $100600. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including but not limited to an individuals qualifications location where the role is to be performed internal equity and alignment with market data. 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.At Illumina we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by cultivating an environment in which everyone contributes to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always been rooted in openness collaboration and seeking alternative views and perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zeronet 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 demonstrate our collective commitment to diversity and inclusion in the communities we live and work. 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. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: 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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
