Equipment Engineering R&D Technician 2 at Illumina, Inc. in San Diego, California

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.

The R&D Equipment Maintenance Technician is part of the equipment engineer team who provides expertise, service, and support to San Diego Illumina headquarters by maintaining equipment at world class levels in a fast pace regulated environment and providing high level reliability exceeding Illumina's dynamic development and manufacturing demands. The R&D Equipment Maintenance Technician will support the day to day R&D equipment maintenance operations by owning high complexity maintenance task and challenges, with minimal supervision. This individual will work in a dynamic team-oriented environment that supports multiple operations and technologies helping Illumina deliver its highly complex product pipeline in a reliable and sustainable manner.

Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive maintenance and repair s on DNA sequencing equipment.


• Working with engineers to plan and execute calibrations, preventive maintenance, supplier support, and project activities with medium guidance.


• Use optical, mechanical, electrical, and fluidics knowledge to perform basic equipment troubleshooting.


• Perform basic computer hardware/software procedures and troubleshooting.


• Work in a team environment to improve equipment reliability and uptime.
  
  
  • Escalate problems to engineers and work with engineers to address advanced issues.
  
  
  • Able to complete work with medium supervision and report/track progress through a digital ticketing system.
  
  
  • Capable of executing procedures without established instructions and capable of referencing written documentation.
  
  
  • Monitors equipment technical performance and manage technical inventory for area of responsibility with medium oversight.
  
  
  • Ability to operate in a fast pace environment, adapt to changes in priority, and redirect efforts as necessary.
  
  
  • While performing the duties of this job, is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, climb stairs/ladders, kneel, crouch, or wear safety gear. Must regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  
  
  
  

Requirements:

• Good math and analytical skills .


• Good verbal and written documentation skills.


• Ability to use Microsoft Office.


• Experience with optical/mechanical/electrical and fluidic systems preferred.


• Experience in high volume manufacturing environment preferred.


• Work ing experience in Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical / Medical Devices industries would be an advantage.


• Knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) would be a plus.

Experience/Education:

• At least two years work experience in a manufacturing support or R&D laboratory setting, either assembling and testing instruments or machinery or diagnosing and repairing same.


• Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.

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The estimated base hourly range for the Equipment Engineering R&D Technician 2 role based in the United States of America is: $22.59 - $33.84. 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.