Test Platform Engineer 2, Mechanical Systems (Optics/Thermal)

at  Illumina

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The Test Platforms Engineer will be responsible for creating test system design and providing test support to cross functional teams to develop industry-leading DNA sequencing instruments for clinical applications in an exciting, fast-paced environment. The foundation of all activities for this role is a wide, solid grasp of multiple areas of engineering, physics and molecular biology, and the ability to climb new learning curves quickly. Primary responsibilities include mapping complex use cases, development of system models/budgets, contributing to system & sub-system architecture designs, and developing test strategies for critical parameter, reliability and verification testing. The candidate should possess strong optomechanical design, organizational and communication skills to facilitate successful product development across hardware, consumables, firmware, software, and chemistry teams.

Responsibilities:

• Develop plans, procedures and execute engineering verification for Instrument modules like Optics, mechanical and thermal with support from Subject matter experts
• Develop plans, procedures and execute robustness testing like environmental corner case and shipping/vibration with support from Subject matter experts
• Develop custom test scripts to support Critical Parameter Management(CPM) and design verification activities
• Develop test setups to support CPM and life tests
• Create and present test findings to the cross functional design teams
• Create concise reports that document test results, requirement verification and limitations and constraints.
• Support system- and subsystem-level integration and test, including any 8D investigations
• Contribute as a key technical member on a team of creative, independent individuals

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM discipline (Engineering, Math, Science), Preferred Mechanical Engineering with 2-3 years of experience.
• Masters of Science Degree in a STEM discipline (Engineering, Math, Science), Preferred Mechanical Engineering with 0-2 years of experience.
• Proficiency in programming tools, such as Python, Matlab and labview
• Proficiency in design tools such as SolidWorks
• Experience with real time test environments such as National Instruments
• Good verbal and written skills required
• Strong troubleshooting skills

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The estimated base salary range for the Test Platform Engineer 2, Mechanical Systems (Optics/Thermal) role based in the United States of America is: $73,400 - $110,200. 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.
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• Develop plans, procedures and execute engineering verification for Instrument modules like Optics, mechanical and thermal with support from Subject matter experts
• Develop plans, procedures and execute robustness testing like environmental corner case and shipping/vibration with support from Subject matter experts
• Develop custom test scripts to support Critical Parameter Management(CPM) and design verification activities
• Develop test setups to support CPM and life tests
• Create and present test findings to the cross functional design teams
• Create concise reports that document test results, requirement verification and limitations and constraints.
• Support system- and subsystem-level integration and test, including any 8D investigations
• Contribute as a key technical member on a team of creative, independent individual