Illumina
Engineer 2 - Process Development
US - California - San Diego, USA · Mid
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$9,956 more — $92,456 — moves this role to Level II and 2 lottery entries. That figure is inside the range the employer already advertised.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $92,456 would place this position at wage Level II. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Industrial Engineers" for prevailing-wage purposes.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Industrial Engineers (17-2112) · Bakersfield-Delano, CA. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know?
- 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.
- Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.
Responsibilities
- Participate in process sustaining, definition and improvement, design, development and quality test activities in the making of consumable products or support of processes/equipment used to sequence genomes.
- Construct and execute controlled experiments (including DOE's) to optimize processes, address yield and quality issues and drive implementation of solutions in a production environment to meet production goals.
- Work cross functionally with R&D, Manufacturing and Quality to develop processes for new products and improve processes of existing products.
- Work on teams to develop and transfer new processes/products to production and enhance their robustness.
- Present clear and concise written and oral communications to colleagues and supervisors, lead and participate in technical meetings, and provide recommendations based on results.
- Author technical documents, such as plans/protocols, engineering reports, SOPs, or other manufacturing related documentation.
- The individual will provide support to new product introduction, production process development, product transfers, and existing line sustainment.
- Additionally, they will partner cross-functionally with R & D, Quality, Production, Supply Chain, and other engineering groups to develop and sustain processes for new products.
- We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility.
Requirements
- Work experience in the biotech, pharmaceutical, or semiconductor industries is desirable.
- High level problem solving and reasoning skills required.
- High level computer skills are required.
- Good interdepartmental communication skills and documentation skills are required.
- Demonstrated ability to accomplish goals while working across departments is required.
- Ability to relate basic material, physical characteristics, and fabrication variations to performance
- 2+ years of relevant experience with B.S./M.S. in production support/sustaining and/or process definition and development, design, scale-up, improvement and validation.
Nice to have
- Experience with statistics, Statistical Process Control, and DOE techniques is a plus.
- Experience with high volume production in a high-tech, high-volume consumables industry is a plus.
- Experience with product development processes and project management is a plus.
- The range reflects long‑term growth in the role.
- Most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range.
Compensation
- The estimated base salary range for the Engineer 2 - Process Development role based in the United States of America is: $82,500 - $123,700.
Benefits
- At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world.
- 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.
- Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity.
Company info
- Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself.
- We are looking for driven, talented Process Engineers to join our growing Manufacturing Technical Operations (MTO) team.
- Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference.
- The MTO group works as an integral part of our Consumables Development and Manufacturing process and is tasked with increasing quality and yield within our high-volume production environments.
- We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission.
- We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race.
Equal opportunity
- If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com.
Visa & Work Authorization
- This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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