Dexcom

Staff Manufacturing Engineer

Dexcom$111K — $185K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline; Master’s or PhD preferred
  • 8-12 years of related industry experience; 5-7 years for Master's; 2-4 years for PhD
  • Strong expertise in pilot-scale and high-volume manufacturing
  • Demonstrated project management leadership in regulated industries
  • Ability to apply statistical tools for product and process development

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of manufacturing processes
  • Enhance process quality and yield using statistical tools
  • Oversee the execution of process validation activities
  • Provide technical leadership for engineering projects
  • Mitigate risks through PFMEAs and validation plans
  • Mentor engineering teams and influence strategic improvements

Benefits

  • Front row seat to innovative CGM technology
  • Comprehensive benefits program
  • Global growth opportunities
  • Access to career development and tuition reimbursement
  • Engagement with a community-focused organization
Full Job Description
Meet the team:

Join our Manufacturing Engineering team at the San Diego Innovation Center of Excellence to support the development of products and processes, and transfer into operations, with a primary focus on advancing our applicator technology.

As a Staff Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for day-to-day technical support for pilot plant operations and lead process and equipment enhancements.

Where you come in:
  • Lead cross-functional development, validation, and implementation of manufacturing processes to support new product introductions, design changes, and commercial production readiness.
  • Drive process capability, quality, and yield improvements through the application of statistical tools such as DOE, SPC, Gauge R&R, and structured root cause analysis.
  • Own process validation activities including development and execution of IQ/OQ/PQ protocols, validation strategies, and supporting documentation required for regulatory compliance.
  • Provide technical leadership and project management for complex engineering initiatives, coordinating stakeholders across R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations.
  • Assess and mitigate process and product risks by contributing to PFMEAs, process specifications, validation plans, CAPAs, and change control activities within a regulated quality system
  • Mentor engineers and influence engineering strategy by establishing best practices, providing technical guidance, and leading long-term process and technology improvement roadmaps.


What makes you successful:
  • Expertise in pilot-scale or high-volume manufacturing, process validation, equipment qualification, and measurement systems.
  • Project Management leadership in areas focusing on design changes, process improvements, and other plant efficiency efforts, in regulated industries, preferably in the medical device.
  • Expertise in applying statistical tools used to assist in the development and troubleshooting of products and processes.
  • Proven ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced environment, multitask, prioritize projects, maintain timelines, and communicate updates to management.
  • You have demonstrated the ability to work cross-functionally as a team player, with strong critical thinking, mentoring, and coaching skills.


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:
  • 0-5%


Education and Experience:
  • 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 or a PhD and 2-4 years 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:
$111,100.00 - $185,100.00

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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