Staff Engineer - Team Leader

Company: Illumina
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 23, 2021

Job Description:

We are looking for driven and talented Process Engineers to join our growing Substrate Manufacturing Technical Operations (MTO) team. The MTO group works as an integral part of our Consumables Manufacturing process and is tasked with increasing quality and yield within our high-volume production environments. This Staff Engineer - Team Leader position will provide technical and operations leadership to new product introduction, production process development, improvement, sustaining efforts and product transfers. Additionally, this person will partner cross-functionally with R & D, Quality, Production and other engineering groups to develop processes for new products, as well as sustain and improve processes for existing on-market products. Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage continuous improvement projects within the Flow Cell manufacturing process.
• Troubleshoot production line issues related to equipment, process, yield, quality, and throughput.
• Work on cross functional teams to design, develop and transfer new processes/products to production and enhance their robustness.
• Analyze test results, issue reports, and make technical recommendations for process changes and improvements.
• Lead teams in implementing both major and minor process changes.
• Design, develop, test, and implement changes to increase throughput and yield, and/or reduce costs.
• Work cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Validation, and other engineering groups to sustain, refine, and improve processes for our current production process.
• Define technical requirements and write procedures.
• Define and drive execution of validation plans and protocols.
• Coordinate cross site alignment.
• Mentors peers and supports engineers on technical skills.
• Motivate, mentor, coach, and facilitate direct reports in carrying out their responsibilities on various project teams and provide for career growth both technically and managerially.
• Manage team priorities, workload and staffing schedule. Requirements:
  • Work experience in high volume medical device, biotech, or semiconductor industries is highly desired.
  • Experience with chemical processes (preferably organic) preferred.
  • High level problem-solving and reasoning skills required.
  • Ability to evaluate and test new automation technologies/platforms.
  • Prior lead/supervisory experience preferred.
  • Experience applying statistics, Statistical Process Control, and DOE techniques is required.
  • Experience with Critical/Key Parameter Management is a plus.
  • High level computer skills are required. Intermediate level programming knowledge is strongly desired. Experience with large data sets a plus.
  • Knowledge of next generation sequencing desirable.
  • Experience working as a member of a process/product development team, developing high-reliable solutions according to specifications and timelines.
  • Experience working in an ISO13485 or FDA certified environment is desirable.
  • Detail-oriented, highly organized and ability to multi-task are essential.
  • Good interdepartmental communication skills and documentation skills are required. Education:
    B.S./M.S. in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering, with 8 years of relevant experience in a production support and/or process development, design, or scale-up role. 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. 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 Full time 23498-JOB About Us Do you want to make a difference? Illumina's mission is to improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome. If that inspires you, let's talk. We've built a culture fueled by innovation, collaboration and openness, and established ourselves as the global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies. Our people and our technology change lives by driving advancements in life sciences, oncology, reproductive health, agriculture and other emerging markets. Life at Illumina is about working with teammates who are deeply passionate about what we do, because we know that our work has the power to improve lives. We're an established company with a track record of phenomenal growth. Just check out our investor events and presentations to learn about our financial accomplishments. Our growth isn't just in financials, we've been busy hiring the best and the brightest. Perhaps that's why MIT has ranked Illumina near the top of its World's Smartest Companies each of the last three years. If you thrive in a brilliant, fast-paced, and mission-driven environment, Illumina is the place for you. Join the journey of a lifetime. Join Illumina.

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