Senior Electrical Engineer at Illumina

Singapore, Singapore, Singapore

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Genomics, Biotechnology, Life SciencesIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
  • Strong knowledge in analog, digital, and mixed signal circuit design
  • Working knowledge of system design, simulation, and modelling
  • Strong knowledge of data analysis
  • Knowledge and experience in cable assembly and wire harness design
  • Working knowledge of applicable industry standards including IEEE, ISO and NEMA
  • Working knowledge in firmware and software
  • Ability to guide other multi-discipline design teams to ensure successful project execution
  • Collaborates, builds relationships, and influences team members to work towards common goals
  • Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills
  • BS degree

Responsibilities

  • Perform board-level design with significant challenges related to complexity, power, size and thermal management
  • Execute parameter analysis, system modelling, board simulation, board bring-up and troubleshooting
  • Work on and contribute to electronics related areas such as power systems, cabling, communication, safety, and control systems
  • Deep dive on failure analysis at board and system level, and lead both short term containment and permanent solutions
  • Lead or contribute to development of sequencing instruments with a focus on Electrical Engineering within Embedded Systems
  • Lead development of instrument-level telemetry system, working with subject matter experts, firmware, and software teams
  • Lead or contribute to development of analysis and support tools for instrument performance data
  • Identify potential electromagnetic interference (EMI) and compatibility (EMC) issues and provide technical recommendations for mitigation strategies during design and testing
  • Work with cross-functional teams on optimizing performance, reliability, and cost
  • Define and implement processes to improve project execution
  • Contribute to the development of appropriate product design user needs, requirements, specifications, and traceability throughout the product lifecycle
  • Execute specific deliverables associated with development of RUO and/or IVD products, including but not limited to design verification, specification management, and traceability
  • Work with subject matter experts to drive execution of project risk management activities in compliance with the risk management process and industry best practices (FMEAs, Hazard Analysis, etc.)

Skills

Board-Level Design
Power Systems
Embedded Systems
System Modelling
Board Simulation
Troubleshooting
Failure Analysis
Control Systems
Telemetry Systems
Firmware
Cabling
Communication Systems
Safety Systems

Illumina

Supports genomics startups through funding and resources

About Illumina

Illumina focuses on fostering innovation in the genomics industry by supporting startups through its Illumina Accelerator program. This program helps entrepreneurs create, launch, and grow genomics-focused companies by providing funding and resources. The accelerator operates in two main locations: the San Francisco Bay Area and Cambridge, UK. Illumina Accelerator has successfully invested in 68 genomics startups, which have collectively raised over $1 billion in venture capital. What sets Illumina apart from its competitors is its strong partnership with leading venture capital investors and its dedicated focus on the genomics sector. The goal of Illumina is to build a thriving ecosystem for genomics innovation, enabling new companies to emerge and advance the field.

San Diego, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$27.2MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Venture Capital, BiotechnologyIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Risks

Over-reliance on NVIDIA's AI technology may limit flexibility in AI solution adoption.
Standardizing proteomics data across platforms could challenge Illumina's data reliability.
Single-flow-cell NovaSeq X System might cannibalize sales of higher-end models.

Differentiation

Illumina leads in genomic sequencing with advanced AI integration and multiomic data analysis.
The company offers innovative array-based solutions for DNA, RNA, and protein analysis.
Illumina's global expansion includes a new Global Capability Center in Bengaluru.

Upsides

Collaboration with NVIDIA enhances drug discovery and clinical development through AI integration.
Pilot proteomics program with UK Biobank aims to generate crucial reference datasets.
Single-cell sequencing kits make high-throughput sequencing accessible to smaller labs.

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