Engineer 1 - Development

Company: Illumina
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 23, 2025

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.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:

• Hands-on 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 hands-on
• Share and record experimental results for an audience with broad technical backgrounds at technical meetingsRequirements:
  • Multidisciplinary Problem-Solving: 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 hands-on 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 team-oriented mindset; thrives in dynamic, fast-paced 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: Hands-on experience with sequencing technologies, library preparation, PCR, and working in BSL-2 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 Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related discipline and no previous related experience; or equivalent work experience.The estimated base salary range for the Engineer 1 - Development role based in the United States of America is: $67,000 - $100,600. 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 individual's 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 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 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 accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. 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.About UsThe potential of genomics to change the world is unparalleled. At Illumina, we are leading the way. Our technology empowers researchers and clinicians globally to improve cancer treatments, change the course of diseases, protect the environment, and fight food insecurity. We are made up of dedicated professionals, all-in on creating a better world - and we need every skill set on our path to making genomics useful for all. Learn more about life at Illumina.
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