Dexcom

Senior Staff Process Development Engineer

Dexcom$135K — $225K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline; advanced degrees may be considered for reduced experience
  • 13+ years of relevant experience for Bachelor's degree holders; 8+ for Master's; 5+ for PhD
  • Strong background in product design lifecycle and technical transfer to manufacturing
  • Expertise in study design, data analysis, and statistical interpretation
  • Ability to manage projects and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience coaching and mentoring engineers and technicians

Responsibilities

  • Design, document, and optimize manufacturing processes and test methods
  • Define and drive technical requirements for scaled production
  • Collaborate with R&D and QA to refine production processes with minimal oversight
  • Train test lab associates and engineers on test methods and results analysis
  • Identify analytical tools and equipment for process implementation
  • Lead cross-functional teams in resolving complex development and manufacturing issues
  • Conduct field failure investigations and root cause analyses to improve product reliability
  • Manage project timelines and provide updates to management

Benefits

  • Exposure to cutting-edge continuous glucose monitoring technology
  • Comprehensive benefits program
  • Global growth opportunities
  • Access to in-house learning and tuition reimbursement
  • Innovative organization committed to employees and community
Full Job Description
Meet the team:

In this role, the Senior Staff Process Development Engineer will lead technical projects related to product/process development and provide expertise in design and understanding product/process/system impacts on device performance.

The Applicator Process Development team provides global ownership of new device product introduction to high volume manufacturing. As part of the Operations organization, the team ensures product and manufacturing modernization along with improvements for safety, and reliability resulting in positive outcomes for our users every day. The team has expertise across many subject areas and experience levels, leading to a collaborative environment with innovative solutions.

Where you come in:
  • You are the main Operations technical resource: You will design, document, and optimize new manufacturing processes, test methods and procedures for new and existing products in both a clean environment room (CER) and laboratory setting. This includes new rework processes and transfer.
  • You will drive and define technical requirements (applicator, transmitter, wearable) and specifications for scaled production, ensure the necessary assembly/test solutions and execute for on-time delivery of project goals.
  • You will partner with key R&D, QA, site personnel to evaluate, refine, and gain approval to meet objectives with minimal oversight.
  • You will provide guidance and training to test lab associates, plant operators, and engineers on test methods and corresponding results analysis.
  • You will identify appropriate analytical tools and equipment required to meet process goals from concept to implementation.
  • You will resolve complex product/process development and manufacturing issues and take lead of working cross functional teams to solve
  • You could be asked to investigate field failures, perform failure analysis and determine root cause in order to improve product robustness and reliability.
  • Independently manages and prioritizes projects, tracks progress toward overall goals, and provides periodic updates to management.
  • You will be asked to demonstrate initiative by seeking out new projects that can positively impact the organization in all aspects of product life cycle in all manufacturing facilities by reducing scrap, increasing gross margins and improving productivity.


What makes you successful:
  • You are excellent at 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 including in process and bench test methods.
  • You obtain expertise in study design, data analysis, statistical techniques and interpretation of results.
  • You have the ability to deal with ambiguity/uncertainty and a willingness to try new/challenging things.
  • You have a proven ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
  • You are eager to share, or tryout new ideas, perspectives, or solutions.
  • You are coach and mentor fellow engineers, operators, and technicians complete their activities when opportunities arise.
  • You are detailed oriented with strong time management skills.
  • You are able to coach and mentor younger engineers and scientists in test method development and execution.


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%


Education and Experience:
  • Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 13+ years related experience or a Master's degree and 8+ years equivalent industry experience or a PhD and 5+ years of experience.


Please note: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Salary:
$135,100.00 - $225,100.00

About Dexcom

Dexcom is a medical device company that specializes in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems for people with diabetes. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in San Diego, California. Dexcom's CGM systems provide real-time glucose readings, allowing people with diabetes to better manage their blood sugar levels. The company's products include the Dexcom G6, G5, and G4 systems, as well as the Dexcom Share remote monitoring system. Dexcom has partnerships with several other companies, including Insulet and Tandem Diabetes Care. In 2020, Dexcom was named one of the world's most innovative companies by Fast Company.
Learn more about Dexcom
Size
6,300 employees
Market Cap
$43.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$493.6 million
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+33.7%
Revenue
$1.9 billion
NASDAQ

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