Process Engineer 1

Dexcom Deutschland GmbH; Simpang Ampat; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in healthcare is seeking a Process Engineer 1 in Penang, Malaysia. The candidate will provide technical support for custom wet coating equipment and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing processes. The ideal applicant should possess a Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering fields and bring strong problem-solving and organizational skills to manage multiple projects effectively. This position focuses on continuous improvement to enhance productivity and quality in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable about products, processes, and equipment in high‑volume manufacturing.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with conflicting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for improvement and installation of custom wet coating equipment.
• Lead or support cross‑functional teams to meet process requirements and equipment specifications.
• Develop and implement a robust monitoring system to measure process performance.
• Collaborate with Global Engineering and R&D to improve custom equipment solutions.
• Maintain process documentation like work instructions and standard operating procedures.

Skills

Team-oriented communication

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Polymer Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in BioProcess Engineering

Job description

Process Engineer 1

Location: Penang, Malaysia

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.

Meet The Team

Under the direction of the Manager of Engineering, the Process Engineer provides technical support for the improvement, installation, validation and transfer of replicate custom wet coating equipment used in the scale‑up of manufacturing for existing or new Dexcom products. These duties include leading or supporting cross‑functional equipment deployment teams while working with outside suppliers to meet process, requirements, equipment specifications and timelines. The Process Engineer is also responsible for defining, developing and implementing a robust monitoring system to measure and quantify process performance in order to reduce scrap, improve product quality and enable best‑in‑class manufacturing.

Where You Come In

• You will be based in a cleanroom and production floor environment.
• You collaborate with cross‑functional teams generally and US Global Engineering and R&D Engineering specifically to support the improvement and implementation of replicate NPI Engineering processes, equipment, and tools in Malaysia, focusing on applicator equipment as well as custom testing equipment used in testing and qualification of new Dexcom products.
• You work in close collaboration with Global Engineering, Site Engineering, R&D, Malaysia Test Lab, and outside equipment suppliers to identify and implement improvements to custom equipment solutions that will improve reliability, efficiency, or yields.
• You participate in root‑cause analysis and problem‑solving initiatives related to production issues.
• You maintain process documentation such as work instructions, process flow diagrams, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). You develop product process flow charts, conduct PFMEA, maintain BOM, control plans, and oversee product performance to ensure production readiness.
• You support continuous improvement projects to reduce costs, improve quality, and enhance productivity.
• You implement problem‑solving skills and techniques to identify potential equipment risks and develop/implement mitigation plans as needed.
• You update equipment‑related documentation (manuals, drawings, and specifications) as needed.
• You communicate effectively with the broader Dexcom team on project progress and challenges.
• This position assumes and performs other duties as assigned.

What Makes You Successful

• You are knowledgeable about products, processes, and equipment used in a high‑volume manufacturing environment.
• You have the ability to work effectively in a team environment across multiple functional groups.
• You bring strong organizational skills and the capability to manage multiple concurrent projects and conflicting priorities.
• Your proficiency in team‑oriented communication and collaboration ensures smooth coordination and successful outcomes.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, BioProcess Engineering or related field required.

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