Engineering Technician 2

Illumina; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Engineering Technician II to join their dynamic Global R&D team. This onsite role offers the chance to impact human health through genomic technology. You'll support equipment lifecycle activities and collaborate with multiple departments in a fast-paced environment. With industry-leading benefits and a commitment to employee development, this position promises growth and the opportunity to make a real difference. If you are adaptable, analytical, and eager to contribute to groundbreaking projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Time Off

Private Medical Insurance

Pension

Employee Stock Purchasing Program

Volunteer Time Off

Leisure Travel Insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide support related to equipment lifecycle, including calibration collection.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with cross-functional departments.

Skills

Collaboration Skills

Data Collection

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows

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.

Engineering Tech 2, Cambridge UK

Please note that this is an onsite role

This job advert will close May 8th, 2025

Why Us?

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.

Illumina's employee benefits are industry-leading and include, flexible time off, private medical insurance, compassion and care time off, leisure travel insurance, pension, employee stock purchasing program, volunteer time off, and much more!

Position Summary:

The Engineering Technician II will be part of the Global R&D EAM Team who will provide day-to-day support on equipment service vendors, and support the Europe team with Equipment Lifecycle activities, such as onboarding, decommissioning, etc. This individual will work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment that supports multiple operations and technologies helping Illumina deliver its highly complex product pipeline reliably and sustainably.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide support related to equipment lifecycle, including calibration collection and applying service labels.
2. Operate effectively in a fast-paced environment, adapt to changing priorities, and redirect efforts as necessary.
3. Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently.
4. Collaborate and communicate effectively with cross-functional departments.
5. Assist with equipment labelling, data collection & analysis.
6. Perform advanced data collection, hands-on skills, and summarize results.
7. Maintain excellent analytical, verbal, and written documentation skills.
8. Note that responsibilities may evolve based on business needs.

Requirements:

1. Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, adapt to changing priorities.
2. Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows.
4. Data collection, hands-on skills, and ability to summarize results.
5. Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
6. Typically a High School or Associate Degree with a few years of experience.

All listed requirements are essential; however, reasonable accommodations may be provided based on business needs.

What can you expect?

Our team members are bright, energetic, and dedicated—driving our innovation and impact. We offer a competitive benefits program as a smart investment in our people, recognizing their value daily.

At Illumina, we push boundaries, think beyond the conventional, and dream big. The opportunities are endless with our talented and accomplished team.

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Illumina is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.