Engineer 2 / Senior Engineer - Process Development
Engineer 2 / Senior Engineer - Process Development
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Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experiencedEngineer 2 / Senior Engineerto join ourManufacturing Technology & Transfer Group. This role is critical in driving the successful scale-up transfer and optimization of manufacturing processes for consumable products from development to full-scale production used sequencing and array technologies. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in surface chemistry cross-functional collaboration skills and a passion for innovation in manufacturing technologies.
The successful candidate will lead initiatives across the product lifecyclefrom development through full-scale manufacturingby designing and optimizing process formulations specifying equipment requirements and supporting process validation. You will be responsible for developing and deploying manufacturing processes for both new and existing products ensuring seamless integration into production environments. You will work closely with R&D Quality Regulatory and Operations teams to ensure robust compliant and efficient manufacturing processes that meet product and business requirements.
Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs and other related duties may be assigned.
Responsibilities:
Provide technical expertise in polymer hydrogel and nanoparticle synthesis and characterization
Characterize polymer/hydrogel using biophysical methods and tools
Conduct experiments to characterize the behavior of fluids within microfluidic channels focusing on surface tension effects emulsion stability and colloidal interactions
Participate in process development definition and improvement and other activities in the making of consumable products
Lead and work on teams to develop and transfer robust new processes/products to production
Represent Operations needs on product development teams for genomic applications
Construct and execute controlled experiments (including DOEs) to optimize processes address yield and quality issues and drive implementation of solutions into a production environment to meet project goals
Analyze process test results issue reports and make technical recommendations
Work cross functionally with R&D Manufacturing and Quality to develop processes and lead design transfer to manufacturing for new products
Define technical requirements and write procedures for Production to process product
Determine strategy and work with external collaborators and suppliers
Troubleshoot new product process issues related to yield quality and throughput
Requirements:
Engineer 2: Minimum 2-3 years of experience and degree in Material Science Chemical Engineering Chemistry Nano-science Bioengineering or inter-disciplinary fields. MS degree or above highly preferred
Senior Engineer: Minimum 5 years of experience and degree in Material Science Chemical Engineering Chemistry Nano-science Bioengineering or inter-disciplinary fields. MS degree or above highly preferred
Experience in synthesis and characterization of polymeric nanoparticles and hydrogels
Strong experience with development/transfer of hydrogel/emulsion formulations to Manufacturing
Demonstrated knowledge or expertise in characterization methods of nanoparticles/polymeric/hydrogel materials and their assemblies
Experience with bio-conjugation techniques and surface functionalization of solid surfaces/nanoparticles is preferred
Demonstrated experience in leading projects with minimal supervision or prior experience as a sub-area lead is highly desirable
Previous experience linking physicochemical properties of hydrogels/nanoparticle to their system-level performance is a plus
Experience with Silica and Sepharose bead synthesis is a plus
Strong understanding of fluid dynamics and past working experience with microfluidic systems
Proven track record of working with surface tension-driven phenomena emulsion formation and colloidal systems
Work experience in the biotech pharmaceutical or semiconductor industries is desirable
Good interdepartmental communication skills and documentation skills are required
Demonstrated ability to accomplish goals while working across departments is required
High level problem solving and reasoning skills required
High level computer skills are required
Experience with product development processes design transfer experience and project management is a plus
Experience with biochemical processes preferred
Experience with statistics analysis program (JMP) Statistical Process Control DOE techniques and critical parameter management is a plus
Experience with high volume production in a high tech high volume consumables industry is a plus
Intermediate level programming knowledge is a plus
We 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 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.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
