Staff Chemical Process Development Engineer - Medical Device

About Dexcom

Founded in 1999, Dexcom, Inc. (NASDAQ: DXCM), develops and markets Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems for ambulatory use by people with diabetes and by healthcare providers for the treatment of people with diabetes. The company is the leader in transforming diabetes care and management by providing CGM technology to help patients and healthcare professionals better manage diabetes. Since the company’s inception, Dexcom has focused on better outcomes for patients, caregivers, and clinicians by delivering solutions that are best in class - while empowering the community to take control of diabetes. Dexcom reported full-year 2022 revenues of $2.9B, a growth of 18% over 2021. Headquartered in San Diego, California, with additional offices in the Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company employs over 8,000 people worldwide.

Meet the team:

You will be part of the global, corporate engineering team responsible for our sensor manufacturing technology. This technology is imperative for the success of our Business and for providing critical, life-changing products to our customers. This is a dynamic, highly-functioning team that partners across multiple functions, with broad exposure to the whole of our product life-cycle.

Where you come in:

• You will posses a high level of theoretical and applied knowledge, with the demonstrated ability to deliver technical ideas that have an impact on the objectives.
• You will understand organizational and functional processes and policies aligned to the technical and business goals, with concentration on product transfer and direct line support (new product development and technical transfer to a sustaining manufacturing environment.)
• You will work on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires evaluation. Exercise judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Interprets data and draws conclusions regarding results used in presented material.
• You will design, document, and optimize new manufacturing process/assembly steps, material controls and measurement systems for new equipment and processes within a regulated quality system.
• You will design and develop material controls, fixtures and equipment components required to meet process goals from concept to implementation.
• You will create and release material and equipment performance improvements and robust implementation strategies.
• You will analyze existing manufacturing processes and in-process tests. Streamlines manufacturing processes for enhanced control, accuracy and sustainability.
• You will demonstrate initiative by seeking out new projects that can positively impact the organization by improving quality and performance, reducing scrap, and improving productivity.
• You will develop test plans, DOEs and validation IQ/OQ/PQ protocols. Executes protocols and writes reports to ensure equipment/processes meet assembly specifications and regulatory requirements.

What makes you successful:

You are systematic, highly organized, and articulate within a cross-functional team environment. With a positive attitude while working in a fast-paced environment and dealing with shifting priorities.

You are an excellent communication (written and verbal) and personal interaction skills. Able to organize and prioritize assignments providing direction to and participation in assigned functional teams.

You have a strong background in product design lifecycle and overall product technical transfer to manufacturing.

You have the ability to deal with ambiguity/uncertainty and a willingness to try new/challenging things and eager to share, or tryout new ideas, perspectives, or solutions.

You have a proven ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.

You have a STEM degree from accredited College/University and/or equivalent work experience.

You have at least 10 years of hands-on experience with high volume manufacturing and equipment development for assembly and automation systems. Medical device or regulated industry experience preferred.

You have a knowledge and understanding of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 21 CFR 820 and International Organization for Standardization (ISO 13485 Quality management systems)

What you’ll get:

A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.

A full and comprehensive benefits program.

Growth opportunities on a global scale.

Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.

An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

Travel Required:

15-25%

Experience and Education:

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 8-12 years related experience or Master’s degree and 5-7 years equivalent industry experience

Flex Workplace: Your primary location will be a home office. You will not have an assigned workstation and will work with your manager to determine office visit needs. You must live within commuting distance of your assigned Dexcom site (typically 75 miles/120km).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $111,100.00 - $185,100.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Stock options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 10 years
• 8 years
• 9 years

Schedule:

• Day shift

Travel requirement:

• Up to 25% travel

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mesa, AZ 85202