The Company

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.

We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.

Meet the team:  

Dexcom is hiring for a Senior Process Development Engineer to join our dynamic team in San Diego, CA. In this position within the Global Engineering Organization, you will support process development, validation and implementation for mechanical and analytical test methods. You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, and Supplier Quality teams to develop test capabilities that enable material characterization, process monitoring, root cause investigations, and commercial manufacturing support.

Where you come in: 

• Support process and test method development for the manufacture and testing of materials and products.

• Define process/test requirements based on design inputs/outputs, material properties and key product performance parameters.

• Plan, execute and document experiments to characterize new processes and test methods.

• Compile, trend, and evaluate test data to characterize process variables and define process limits.

• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Automation, Software, Analytical Chemistry, and other Engineering teams to gather requirements, troubleshoot issues, and support implementation of new processes.

• Prepare technical documentation including protocols, reports, procedures, study summaries, and inputs to risk documentation such as pFMEAs.

• Participate in design reviews, process reviews, failure investigations, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities for new and existing products/processes.

What makes you successful: 

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, bioengineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science, biomedical engineering, or a related technical discipline.

• Foundational understanding of process development, manufacturing processes, test method development, engineering experimentation, and problem solving.

• Ability to execute hands-on lab, manufacturing, and test activities with attention to detail, safety, and documentation.

• Exposure to DOE, statistical analysis, data visualization, root cause analysis, or statistical software such as JMP, Minitab, Python, Excel, or equivalent tools is preferred.

• Experience in regulated medical device spaces, including FDA 21 CFR 820 and ISO 13485 requirements.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to write clear technical protocols, reports and procedures

• Demonstrated curiosity, ownership, and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.

What you’ll get:  

• A front row seat to life changing CGM technology.

• 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 – 25%

Experience and Education Requirements:

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 5- 8 years related experience or Master’s degree and 2-5 years equivalent industry experience or a PhD and 0-2 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. 

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Dexcom’s AAP may be viewed upon request by contacting Talent Acquisition at [email protected]. 

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Dexcom Talent Acquisition at [email protected]. 

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