Staff Mechanical Engineer

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.

The Staff Mechanical Design Engineer in Illumina’s 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- Instrument design including enclosure and precision electro-mechanical- Work in concurrent, cross-functional teams. Actively seek out and collect input from stakeholders across supporting disciplines- Utilize low to high volume manufacturing techniques- Source components and interface with suppliers- 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 Illumina’s product portfolioEducation and experience:
- BS/MS/PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related and >5 years industry experience- 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)- Experience designing complex mechanisms, such as clutches, gear trains, cams, and linkages- Proven record in utilizing concurrent engineering and design for manufacturability- Selection of electromechanical components such as motors, power transmission components and sensors- Evaluation and optimization of complex tolerance budgets-
- Fluent in SolidWorks CAD software and one or more mechanical FEA packages- Experience in biomedical instruments and/or genetic analysis equipment is preferred- Experience with designs for optical and imaging systems is a plus- Experience in fluidic analysis including FEA is a plus- Experience in FDA regulated markets is a plus

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

Illumina believes that everyone has the ability to make an impact, and 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.