Sr Automation Engineer

21 DexCom Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Global growth opportunities

Learning & tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Dexcom Corporation in Malaysia seeks a Senior Automation Engineer to support automated manufacturing equipment, processes, and technology deployments for reliable and compliant production in Penang. You will lead troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization initiatives across high-volume production environments.

You will interpret schematics, drive automation improvements, validate new equipment, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on product introductions and expansions.

Qualifications

• Ability to read electrical and pneumatic schematics.
• Strong understanding of electrical/electronic components in automation.
• Experience with PLC programming and diagnostics, preferably Allen-Bradley.
• Familiarity with HMI/SCADA and machine vision systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of industrial protocols (Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, Profinet, Modbus).
• Experience with robotic systems, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Capable of documentation and compliance in GMP/quality settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in automation system design, installation, and start-up.
• Troubleshoot and perform root-cause analysis to minimize downtime.
• Support preventive and corrective maintenance for automated systems.
• Monitor equipment performance and implement efficiency improvements.
• Identify opportunities to improve reliability and process capability.
• Execute testing, verification, and validation for new equipment and tech.
• Develop and maintain equipment and validation documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for new product introductions and transfers.
• Support continuous improvement with data-driven problem solving.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Pneumatic schematics

PLC programming

Allen-Bradley PLCs

HMI/SCADA

Robotic systems

Machine vision

Industrial networks

Automation integration

Job description

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:

The Senior Automation Engineer is responsible for supporting automated manufacturing equipment, manufacturing processes, and technology deployment activities to ensure reliable, efficient, and compliant production operations. This position partners closely with Process and Equipment Engineers to support equipment installation, validation, troubleshooting, process sustainment, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role contributes to manufacturing scale-up activities, equipment and process performance optimization, technology implementation, audit readiness, and operational excellence objectives.

Where you come in:

Provide technical expertise in the engineering, design, installation, commissioning, and start-up of automation systems. Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis to minimize production downtime and improve equipment reliability. Support preventive and corrective maintenance activities for automated manufacturing systems. Monitor equipment performance and implement improvements to enhance operational efficiency and productivity. Identify and drive opportunities to improve equipment reliability, process capability, and overall manufacturing performance. Execute testing, verification, and validation activities for new equipment, automation systems, and manufacturing technologies. Develop and maintain equipment, control system, and validation documentation in compliance with quality and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new product introductions, process transfers, and manufacturing expansion projects. Support continuous improvement initiatives using data-driven problem-solving methodologies.

What makes you successful:

• Able to interpret electrical and pneumatic schematics.
• Strong understanding of electrical and electronic components, including their functions and applications in industrial automation systems.
• Working knowledge of PLC programming, troubleshooting and diagnostics; experience with Allen‑Bradley PLCs is highly preferred.
• Working knowledge of HMI/SCADA experience is highly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with industrial robotic systems, including operation, troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Experience with machine vision systems (e.g., Cognex, Keyence) is an added advantage.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, Profinet, or Modbus.
• Knowledge of manufacturing automation, control systems, and equipment integration in a high-volume production environment.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

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.

AI in Hiring Notice:

We may use AI supported tools to help make our hiring process more efficient, consistent, and accessible for candidates around the world. All hiring decisions are made by people. At Dexcom, we are committed to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process, and welcome candidates of all genders and gender identities to apply. If any wording in this description appears unintentionally gendered or exclusionary, please be assured this is not intentional. Should a reasonable accommodation be necessary to aid a disability, requests should be sent to Dexcom Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].

Since 1999, Dexcom has simplified and revolutionized diabetes management, positively impacting millions worldwide. At Dexcom, we're more than just a medical device company; we're a collective of visionary thinkers, trailblazers, and problem solvers. Our mission transcends the ordinary. We aim to revolutionize healthcare, one groundbreaking technology at a time.