Quality Engineer 2
Position: Quality Engineer 2
Location: Great Chesterford, England, United Kingdom (Onsite in Chesterford, UK)
Employment type: Full‑time (one‑year fixed‑term role).
Overview
At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our work enables life‑changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection, diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Working at Illumina means being part of something larger than yourself and joining extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world‑changing projects. Illumina is a global leader in genomics – an industry at the intersection of biology and technology. We enable our customers to read and understand genetic variations, making our solutions increasingly simple, accessible and reliable. Over the last few years Illumina has experienced rapid expansion and this Quality Engineer role supports our continued growth plans.
Benefits & Perks
Illumina’s employee benefits are industry‑leading and include Flexible Time Off, Compassion and Care Time Off, Leisure Travel Insurance, Pension, Employee Stock Purchasing Program, Volunteer Time Off and more!
Responsibilities
* Act as the validation subject‑matter expert in manufacturing operations, relevant additional value streams and project teams, ensuring validation requirements and deliverables are communicated to the teams.
* Apply company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
* Determine a course of action based on guidelines and modify processes and methods as required.
* Work on assignments of moderate scope that require problem‑solving using learned techniques – e.g., Quality Investigation, Nonconformance and CAPA processes, and validation.
* Be accountable for timely completion of all validation deliverables in accordance with manufacturing needs and project timelines.
* Build productive working relationships internally and externally.
* Provide standard professional guidance and collaborate to resolve mutual problems.
* Work autonomously with little instruction on day‑to‑day work or new assignments.
* Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
* Perform job function in compliance with internal procedures and applicable external regulations and standards, e.g., FDA QSR, ISO‑13485.
Qualifications
* Experience applying quality regulations and standards (preferably ISO 13485) and establishing quality systems.
* Strong analytical, problem‑solving and organizational skills.
* Experience in change control and failure investigation environments.
* Excellent attention to detail, well‑organized and able to work independently and collaboratively.
* Experience with nonconformance and root‑cause investigations and participation in Quality Management Core processes.
* Thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys building relationships with internal stakeholders and functions.
Preferred Educational And Experience Background
* Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and some related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience.
EEO and Diversity Statement
We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. 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 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 accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: EEO Poster. 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.
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