Sr Facilities Engineer

About this role

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 position is responsible to provide technical expertise to support the maintenance and engineering lifecycle of a manufacturing facility and its associated equipment and systems. The position is responsible for developing, implementing and continuously improving & updating equipment systems and related processes. The candidate will perform in the capacity of equipment system steward; being both responsible and accountable for the system’s continued function and reliability.

General Behaviors: • Highly knowledgeable and experienced in equipment system function, troubleshooting, and repair • High level of organization, detail-orientation, initiative, motivation, and reliability • Able to manage time and perform within required deadlines, managing business priorities • Demonstrate autonomy in making tactical decisions and balance decisions with business and operational needs • Able to communicate cross functionally about complex equipment system concepts clearly and professionally  • Effective communication with team members, other stakeholders and 3rd parties • Daily operational support and other duties as needed or assigned

Specific Duties and Skills: • Have deep understanding of a facility as a compilation of many integrated systems. • Takes ownership and accountability for assigned equipment and systems. • Must understand and operate compliantly within Quality Management System, promptly reporting non-compliance issues. • Act as equipment SME to create and update detailed operational procedures, work instructions, critical and recommended spare parts summaries, engineering specifications, design for equipment systems, facility impacts and change control, and other operations documentation and processes. • Develops & proposes preventive measures to recurring issues with equipment system. • Responsible to plan equipment and system repair and maintenance projects for execution, with various situational and contingency considerations.  • Provides SME input and oversight on construction and equipment improvement projects • Accountable to compile and analyze data generated from equipment to support continuous improvement and environmental responsibility efforts • Understands, tracks and manage financial both Capital and Operational budget and expense accounting for equipment systems as required. • Has a deep understanding and ability to work in MMS to carry out tasks such as equipment on/offboarding, calibration, maintenance planning, and other lifecycle management principles.

• Daily operational support and other duties as needed or assigned

Education and Specific Experience: • Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, construction management or equivalent from accredited college or university preferred • 5+ years of experience working with f acilities and building equipment and systems, including controls. • Experience working in the corporate regulated environment; medical device or pharma preferred. • Experience with designing, engineering, building, commissioning, and validating facilities preferred. • Experience with complex facility utilities and multi-compressor refrigeration units • Experience with PLC controls and building and environmental management systems (BMS/EMS) • Experience with hands on Facility MEPT design and trouble shooting

The estimated base salary range for the Sr Facilities Engineer role based in the United States of America is: $91,100 - $136,700. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. The range reflects long‑term growth in the role; therefore, most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. 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 record

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