Engineer 2, Product Lifecycle (Electrical)

Illumina; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to transforming human health through innovative genomic technology. As an NPI Electrical and Electronics Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in introducing new products to the market, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality standards and timely project delivery. Your expertise in embedded systems and electronic designs will be essential as you navigate the complexities of product development. With opportunities for continuous improvement and the chance to make a real impact, this role offers a dynamic environment where your skills can shine. If you're ready to contribute to life-changing discoveries, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in engineering electrical products for commercial markets.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems and circuit theory.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product development teams to meet specifications and design intents.
• Support development of embedded systems and PCB layouts for new products.

Skills

Embedded Systems

Circuit Theory

Analog and Digital Electronics

Problem-Solving Techniques

Statistical Engineering Techniques

Interpersonal Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

LabView

Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

Teamcenter

SAP

Job description

Engineer 2, Product Lifecycle (Electrical)

Apply locations Singapore - Woodlands - NorthTech time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id 39667-JOB

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:

As an NPI Electrical and Electronics Engineer, the role involves playing a pivotal part in developing and introducing new products to the market. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless transition from design to manufacturing while maintaining high-quality standards and meeting project timelines.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the product development team to understand product specifications, requirements, and design intents.
• Support the development of embedded systems, electrical and electronic designs, schematics, and PCB layouts for new products.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, operational readiness reviews, and manufacturing specification reviews to identify potential issues and optimize product manufacturability.
• Collaborate with other module owners to develop embedded system testing at both the module and product levels, ensuring smooth deployment to production.
• Manage suppliers to deliver the PCA fabrication process, including test methodologies, ICT, and FCT fabrication throughout the product development cycle, and manage the deployment of these processes and testing during mass production.
• Participate in the resolution of technical issues encountered during the NPI process.
• Assist in testing and validating prototypes to ensure compliance with product specifications and regulatory standards.
• Create and maintain documentation, including, but not limited to, detailed engineering drawings, purchase component specifications, BOMs (Bill of Materials), test reports, assembly procedures, and design validation plans.
• Support manufacturing teams during the production ramp-up phase by troubleshooting and optimizing processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts to enhance NPI processes and procedures.
• Frequent travel to other Illumina manufacturing sites, contract manufacturing partners, and suppliers is anticipated.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

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:

• 3+ years of experience engineering electrical or electro-mechanical products for commercial and industrial markets.
• Strong understanding and experience in embedded systems, circuit theory, analog and digital electronics, with proficiency in operating test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other relevant devices.
• Good working knowledge and experience in embedded systems, electronics, PCBA manufacturing and testing, and electro-mechanical systems are essential.
• Solid knowledge of PCBA design, ICT, FCT, and standard manufacturing processes is essential.
• Experience with Altium or other PCBA design tools.
• Experience in EMC/EMI design and countermeasures.
• Strong problem-solving techniques, statistical engineering techniques, product and process capability analysis, and risk assessment.
• Experience with software packages such as Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Project. Knowledge of LabView, Visual Basic, and Python programming is an added advantage.
• Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, interface well with manufacturing and service organizations, and a demonstrated track record of successfully transferring products to manufacturing.
• Ability to translate, statistically analyze data, and effectively report problems through written and graphical formats.
• Demonstrated use and understanding of MRP systems, Product Data Management systems, and Change Control processes. Teamcenter, SAP & PLM experiences will be an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of BOM (Bill of Materials) structuring fundamentals and the ability to create and manage ECOs (Engineering Change Orders) and Deviations.
• Experience with FDA-regulated medical device product development is preferred.
• Product development experience in the life sciences, biotech, biomedical, or nanotechnology industries is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Must be comfortable with a rapidly changing and fast-paced work environment.

All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.

Illumina believes that everyone has the ability to make an impact, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities 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.