Senior Engineer - Process Development (Quality Control)

Illumina; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Illumina is seeking a skilled professional in Singapore to provide technical and operational support in a multi-product manufacturing environment. You will have the opportunity to develop processes for new products and improve existing ones, ensuring quality and efficiency.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and has 2-5 years of experience in product development, knowledgeable in NGS sequencing platforms. This role promotes a collaborative environment where every team member contributes to significant health advancements.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years relevant working experience in research product development.
• Experience in biotech/pharmaceutical industries is desirable.
• Good documentation skills and ability to write procedures.

Responsibilities

• Participate in process sustaining, definition, and improvement.
• Troubleshoot production line issues related to quality.
• Work cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Statistical Process Control knowledge

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Science/Engineering

Tools

NGS sequencing platforms (preferably Illumina products)

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.

Position Summary

This role will provide technical and operational support to the process development, improvements, and sustaining efforts in a high volume, multi‑product manufacturing environment. It will also involve working with various functions to develop processes for new products and sustain and improve processes for existing products.

Position Responsibilities

• Participate in process sustaining, definition and improvement, design, development and quality test activities.
• Participate in establishing operating process, equipment specifications and improvements.
• Troubleshoot production line issues related to yield, quality and throughput.
• Construct and execute experiments to address yield and quality issues and drive implementation of solutions in a production environment to meet production goals.
• Conduct process optimization experiments for process release into production environment.
• Analyze process test results, issue reports and make technical recommendations.
• Work cross‑functionally with R&D, Manufacturing and Quality to develop processes for new products and improve processes of existing products.
• Define technical requirements and procedures for manufacturing to process product.

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

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science/Engineering or Master’s Degree or equivalent in Chemical, Biochemical, Biochemistry and/or Bio‑related field.
• Minimum 2‑5 years of relevant working experience in research product development and project management.
• Experience in NGS sequencing platforms (preferably Illumina products).
• Proficiency with biochemical processes and analysis.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in the biotech/pharmaceutical industries is desirable.
• Good documentation skills and ability to write procedures and training manual.
• Good inter‑departmental communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Ability to apply DOE techniques and Statistical Process Control knowledge.
• Ability to analyze data and make logical and rational conclusions.

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

Additional Information

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants.

EEO Statement

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.

Illumina is 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 [e-mail].

To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf.