Manufacturing Equipment Engineer 2

Illumina; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Illumina is seeking a motivated Manufacturing Equipment Engineer 2 for their Manufacturing Technical Operations team in San Diego. The role focuses on optimizing and maintaining manufacturing equipment within cGMP environments, offering opportunities to contribute to impactful genomic technology and health equity advancements.

Benefits

Access to genomics sequencing

Health/dental/vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of relevant industry experience.
• Familiarity with PLC- and PC-based systems.
• Experience with automated handling systems and robotic platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize preventive maintenance procedures to improve equipment uptime.
• Perform diagnostics, repairs, and upgrades on semiconductor equipment.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for tool installations and maintenance.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills in electronics

Mechanical systems diagnosis

Good written and verbal communication skills

Adaptable, proactive mindset

Education

BS or MS in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics or related

Tools

PLC programming

SQL databases

Schematic reading tools

Job description

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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.

We are seeking a motivated Equipment Engineer 2 to join our Manufacturing Technical Operations (MTO) team. MTO supports high-volume, manufacturing equipment as part of our Consumables Development and Production operations in a cleanroom, cGMP-regulated environment.

The Equipment Engineer 2 contributes to maintaining, supporting, and optimizing manufacturing equipment while ensuring compliance with cGMP standards. This includes performing equipment installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and overseeing modifications, upgrades, and maintenance. The role also supports evaluating and qualifying cost-effective equipment, maintaining current technical documentation, and analyzing equipment performance to enhance reliability and uptime. This position collaborates frequently with Process Engineering, and works closely with Manufacturing, Facilities, R&D, Quality, and Validation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, perform and optimize preventive maintenance procedures to maximize equipment uptime, reduce mean time between failures (MTBF), and improve mean time to repair (MTTR); contribute to predictive maintenance initiatives to enhance long-term equipment reliability.
• Perform diagnostics, repairs, and upgrades on cleanroom semiconductor equipment using schematics, manuals, and manufacturer specifications with appropriate tools and test instruments.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and collaborate with process engineers on yield and equipment-related investigations.
• Develop and implement procedures to improve system reliability by analyzing equipment and process data to identify trends and recurring failures.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including facilities, vendors, and manufacturing teams to support tool installations and maintenance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating new technologies and recommending upgrades or process changes.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations, including proper handling of chemicals and hazardous materials.
• Perform basic computer hardware troubleshooting and repairs.
• Works autonomously and receives little instruction on day-to-day work/new assignments.
  
  

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

• Strong troubleshooting skills in electronics and mechanical systems, including schematic reading and diagnosing component-level failures in automated instruments.
• Experience with PLC- and PC-based systems, including sensor integration (pressure, temperature, flow), motion control (servo motors, drives), safety systems (interlocks, leak detection), as well as pneumatic, thermal, fluidic, and vacuum systems.
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, Modbus, SECS/GEM, or MQTT.
• Ability to source and evaluate components from non-OEM suppliers.
• Good written and verbal communication skills to document issues and convey technical solutions to cross-functional teams.
• Adaptable, proactive mindset with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Hands-on experience with automated handling systems and robotic platforms (articulated, SCARA, or collaborative robots) is a plus.
• Prior experience as a Field Service or Equipment Engineer with semiconductor equipment, particularly in CMP, CVD, or wet process tools, is preferred.
• Experience with scripting (e.g., Python), PLC programming (IEC 61131-3), and SQL databases is a plus.
  
  

Education And Experience

• BS or MS degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or a related engineering field, with 2–4 years of relevant industry experience.
  
  

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

The estimated base salary range for the Manufacturing Equipment Engineer 2 role based in the United States of America is: $73,400 - $110,200. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. 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.

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 [e-mail]. 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. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research, Research Services, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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