Staff Mechanical Engineer
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Position Summary
The Sr/Staff Mechanical Design Engineer in Illuminas 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.
Design precision electro-mechanical and fluidic mechanisms.
Work in concurrent cross-functional teams.
Actively seek out and collect input from stakeholders across supporting disciplines.
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 Illuminas product portfolio.
Candidate must thrive in a dynamic environment and place great emphasis on meeting milestones and breaking down barriers to achieve results.
Candidate would be required to travel to US for work purposes
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:
Experience in biomedical instruments biological assays and/or genetic analysis equipment is preferred.
Experience in FDA regulated markets is a plus.
Education and experience:
BS/MS/PhD in Mechanical Engineering Physics or related and >8 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).
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.
All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.
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
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:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
