Engineering Technician 1

1 DexCom Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits program

Career development

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Dexcom is seeking an entry-level Manufacturing Equipment Technician in the Operations Global Engineering team in San Diego. You will set up and operate laboratory test equipment, execute engineering studies, and document results to support new products and process improvements.

You will work across facilities, help diagnose issues, assist in creating manufacturing instructions, and contribute to safety and quality standards as part of a growth-focused, global leader in CGM.

Qualifications

• Minimum 0–2 years of related experience with a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are essential.
• Basic computer skills and ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate laboratory test equipment per procedures.
• Analyze and record test results; prepare written documentation.
• Support induction of new equipment and fixtures into Dexcom systems.
• Assist in creating and revising Manufacturing Process Instructions and Test Instructions.
• Troubleshoot process-related problems and implement corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement in process and test methods.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Communication

Safety

Manufacturing processes understanding

Mechanical and electrical skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLCs

Automated production equipment

Pneumatics

Electro/mechanical systems

Packaging/kitting equipment

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: Founded in 1999, Dexcom, Inc. provides continuous glucose monitoring technology to help patients and their clinicians better manage diabetes. Since our inception, we have focused on better outcomes for patients, caregivers, and clinicians by delivering solutions for people with diabetes - while empowering our community to take control of diabetes.

You will be part of the Operations Global Engineering team, which is tasked with end-to-end technical oversight of our manufacturing technologies spanning our suppliers, contract manufacturers, automation & integration houses, and internal manufacturing. You will bring your passion for the development of complex manufacturing processes, using objective data to integrate cutting‑edge technology into our strategy. As part of this team, you will collaborate closely across multiple functions and activities, gaining broad exposure to our entire product life cycle. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring robust processes are being delivered to our manufacturing sites for new product introduction, capacity expansion, and sustained on‑market performance in support of Dexcom's thrilling growth trajectory in delivering life‑changing products to our valued customers.

Where you come in:

• You will set up and operate laboratory test equipment and instrumentation per released procedures, protocols, or plans.
• You will execute and provide feedback on engineering studies for process and test method development.
• You will execute qualification protocols with high attention to detail for equipment, processes, and test methods.
• You will analyze and record test results, prepare written documentation, communicate findings and recommend solutions.
• You will support induction of new equipment and fixtures into Dexcom systems including: writing equipment user requirements, coordinating placement with Facilities, preparing equipment binder documents, and setting up calibration and preventive maintenance schedules.
• You will support troubleshooting and diagnosis of process‑related problems, recommend corrective actions, and implement solutions.
• You will assist in creating and revising Manufacturing Process Instructions, Test Instructions, and other technical documentation.
• You will conduct out of tolerance, out of calibration, and other similar preliminary investigation activities.
• You will support acquisition and staging of materials for engineering studies and other manufacturing builds.
• You will perform routine verifications of equipment and laboratory areas and report any issues to engineers or supervisors; engage with equipment vendors when external support is required.
• You will support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to optimize process and test methods steps.
• You will comply with safety, environmental, and quality requirements; highlight safety concerns in the working areas.

What makes you successful:

• You have strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• You have basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• You have commitment to safety and quality standards
• You have understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment
• You have basic mechanical and electrical skills

Additional preferred qualifications:

• Able to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Experience with PLCs, automated production equipment & processes, pneumatics, electro/mechanical systems and packaging/ kitting equipment
• Proficient in learning new equipment functions, setups, software and tools
• Able to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical documents related to equipment specifications
• Technical writing skills as applied to manufacturing documentation and process development
• Experience operating precision measurement and inspection systems to verify product dimensions, features, and quality requirements
• Experience collecting, documenting, and analyzing measurement data for quality control and process verification

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%

Experience and Education Typically requires a minimum of 0-2 years of related experience and a High School diploma/certificate or equivalent.

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 [e-mail]. 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 [e-mail].

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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.