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:

Are you looking to leverage your experience to be part of something big and help people take control of their health? Do you enjoy building and managing relationships to better understand the needs of the business, and then creating and implementing solutions to meet those needs? Do you want to be part of a high-performing team dedicated to doing the right thing? If so, then we have an opening for you!

Our Sensors Engineering team is looking for the right teammate to support the start-up of our first European manufacturing site in Athenry. As a Staff Process Engineer (Projects), you will be responsible for execution of engineering projects as well as project transfers from other Dexcom sites. The types of projects you will be managing will include various process improvements, process automation, vision inspection automation, cleaning validations and future automation/continuous improvements projects.

Where you come in:

You will be responsible for providing technical knowledge and leadership in the areas of controls, sensor technologies, and various inspection systems that are used in the development and implementation of automated manufacturing lines (internally and at contract manufacturers) aligning with cross-functional stakeholders on requirements, improvements, needs, cost, and capacity initiatives that meet agreed upon transfer targets
You will be responsible for providing technical leadership and support to the improvement, installation, start-up, validation, and transfer of replicant automated manufacturing equipment relative to machine controls (hardware and software), sensors, and machine vision
You will provide technical expertise in assessing the efficacy, robustness and reliability of controls, sensor, and inspection hardware/software solutions proposing improvements where necessary to meet reliability, capacity, and quality targets
You will provide coaching and mentoring to junior controls engineers
You will provide technical expertise and oversee the resolution of technical issues related to controls, machine vision, servo systems, and various sensor technologies used in automated manufacturing and test equipment.
You will provide technical input into the design of new automation equipment in the area of expertise as needed to drive to the most effective solution
You will manage multiple automated manufacturing equipment projects simultaneously
You will be responsible for providing technical inputs in the area of expertise in generating or updating equipment/automation documentation as needed and ensuring compliance with Dexcom’s quality systems requirements. This documentation includes, but not limited to, user requirements, functional specs, trace matrices, acceptance testing, qualification, and training documentation
You will implement a pro-active approach to identify potential risks, assess their impact, and develop/implement mitigations for areas of responsibility
You will drive the implementation of six sigma methodology and expertise within your team

What makes you successful:

You hold a minimum of a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or equivalent with 8+ years related experience, preferred or an Master’s degree and 5+ years equivalent industry experience or a PhD and 2+ years of experience
You have a strong background in implementing and supporting controls systems, HMI’s, sensor technology, servo drive technology, and machine vision systems into automated manufacturing equipment. High volume manufacturing highly desired
You have experience in medical device manufacturing highly desired
You have experience supporting the qualification/validation of automated manufacturing equipment highly desired
You have experience programming or interfacing with robotic systems desired
You have the ability to adapt to fast moving and changing environments
You have experience using and developing complex automated systems on Allen Bradley PLC controls platform.
You have excellent technical problem solving and risk management skills.
You have a strong understanding of risk management policies and procedures associated with medical device manufacturing highly desired.
You are detail oriented with ability to multi-task and maintain a strong focus on quality and accuracy.
You have strong technical leadership and collaborative skills required
You have strong interpersonal and communications skills, both verbal and written
You have the ability to travel to other supplier and/or manufacturing sites, if necessary
You have six Sigma training and Belt certification highly desired

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:

5%-15%

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Staff Process Engineer (Projects)

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