Systems Integration Engineer (Trainee)

The Systems Integration Engineer Trainee will contribute to the development of genomic analysis tools by integrating hardware, software, and chemistry components. This role involves hands-on testing, executing test plans to optimize product performance, collecting and presenting data, and participating in system-level troubleshooting. The trainee will work in a dynamic, cross-functional team environment, learning the Illumina PDP process and gaining exposure to various areas.

Must Have

• Hands-on testing and integration of systems (hardware, software, chemistry, application components)
• Follow procedures, reliably execute moderately complex testing, collect data, summarize and present results
• Participate in system level troubleshooting, identify cause of failure and make recommendations
• Fundamental understanding of one of the core disciplines at an undergraduate level
• Understands the value of hardware and software configuration management
• Basic engineering ability to perform some repairs or modifications
• Basic wet laboratory experience, ability to follow steps to execute full workflow
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively
• Must be detail oriented and highly motivated

Good to Have

• Python scripting experience

Perks & Benefits

• Expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity
• Opportunity to make a difference
• Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects
• Inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered
• Zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for career development, cultural awareness, and social responsibility

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.

Position Summary:

The Systems Integration Engineer Trainee will work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment and help create genomic analysis tools used in the leading edge of research. This position will participate in the development of high quality, robust products through the integration of hardware, software, and chemistry components. They will execute test plans in order to optimize product performance.

Responsibilities:

• Hands-on testing and integration of systems - hardware, software, chemistry, and application components
• Follow procedures, reliably execute moderately complex testing, collect data, summarize and present results.
• Work effectively in a cross-functional project team
• Participate in system level troubleshooting, works on problems of defined scope in which analysis of data, including system logs, identify cause of failure and make recommendations to the solutions.
• Assist to tracks & maintains lab supplies & reagent inventory for projects.
• Exposure to multiple areas outside zone of expertise.
• Learning the Illumina PDP process.

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.

Requirements:

• Fundamental understanding of one of the core disciplines at an undergraduate level.
• Understands the value of hardware and software configuration management.
• Basic engineering ability to perform some repairs or modifications
• Basic wet laboratory experience, ability to follow steps to execute full workflow
• Python scripting experience is strongly desired.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively
• Must be detail oriented and highly motivated.
• A desire to be a part of a fast paced, multidisciplinary and dynamic environment.
• All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.

Experience/Education:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biology or related field; or equivalent work experience.

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative 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 offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. 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. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. 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.