Sr Manager - Application Automation

1 DexCom Inc; California; On-site; USD 149,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexcom, a global leader in continuous glucose monitoring, seeks a senior engineering leader to build and grow an automation and equipment development team responsible for sensor manufacturing equipment. You will lead a high-performing group, drive end-to-end lifecycle execution, and collaborate with Manufacturing, R&D, and Quality to ensure robust, scalable automation.

The role emphasizes technical excellence, people leadership, and data-driven decision making to improve throughput and OEE

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline is required.
• 13+ years of industry experience.
• 5–8 years of people management experience.
• Strong knowledge of automation systems, including robotics, PLCs, vision, and safety architectures.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation and equipment development and integration for assembly and inspection processes.
• Provide hands-on leadership of cross-functional teams across Automation Engineering, Process Development, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Operations, and external integrators.
• Drive end-to-end equipment lifecycle from concept to transfer to manufacturing with validated documentation.
• Champion data-driven decision-making to improve throughput, labor efficiency, process capability, and OEE.
• Partner with Manufacturing, R&D, Process Development, and Quality to ensure equipment readiness and scalable automation strategies.

Skills

Automation engineering

Robotics

PLC control systems

Vision systems

Machine safety

Data-driven decision making

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Job description

Company

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. 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.

Meet the Team

The Global Engineering Automation & Equipment Development team partners across Operations and engineering functions to design, develop, industrialize, and sustain automated manufacturing and assembly solutions that enable safe, compliant, high-throughput production. This team works cross-functionally—aligning with manufacturing, process development, quality, and site leadership to deliver globally scalable automation platforms and robust validation/transfer execution across manufacturing sites.

Where You Come In

You will lead, grow, and inspire a high-performing engineering team responsible for the development and deployment of sensor manufacturing equipment. This role combines deep technical leadership with strong people management, ensuring both world-class execution and a highly engaged, continuously developing team.

Leadership & Team Development

Build, lead, and develop a high-performing, inclusive engineering team focused on automation and equipment excellence. Establish a strong team culture grounded in accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to engineers, supporting career growth, skill development, and succession planning. Set clear expectations for technical rigor, documentation quality, and execution excellence, and reinforce them through regular engagement and recognition. Drive employee engagement by fostering open communication, psychological safety, and alignment to business goals. Identify capability gaps and proactively develop training and hiring plans to strengthen team expertise across automation disciplines.

Resource & Program Management

Plan and manage team capacity, resource allocation, and project priorities to ensure alignment with business objectives and timelines. Balance workload across internal teams and external partners, ensuring optimal utilization and delivery efficiency.

Technical & Program Leadership

Lead automation and equipment development and integration for assembly and inspection processes, delivering robust, reliable, and repeatable manufacturing solutions. Drive full equipment lifecycle execution—from concept and feasibility through design, build, validation, transfer, and sustained performance. Translate process requirements into detailed equipment specifications, including URS, validation protocols, test plans, and compliant technical documentation. Ensure disciplined project execution by managing timelines, risks, and deliverables while providing clear, actionable updates to stakeholders. Champion data-driven decision-making to improve throughput, labor efficiency, process capability, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

Cross-Functional & Organizational Leadership

Partner closely with Manufacturing, R&D, Process Development, and Quality to ensure equipment readiness and successful deployment across sites. Drive cross-site alignment on standards, best practices, and scalable automation strategies. Lead change management efforts to enable adoption of new equipment and processes with minimal disruption. Influence stakeholders at multiple levels, aligning technical direction with business strategy.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

Provide technical leadership in troubleshooting and problem-solving for automated systems using structured, data-driven methodologies. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, yield, efficiency, and cost reduction.

What Makes You Successful

Proven success leading and developing engineering teams in a high-volume, regulated manufacturing environment. A track record leading end-to-end equipment lifecycle execution, including concept development, feasibility studies, URS development, design reviews, vendor selection, FAT/SAT, IQ/OQ/PQ, and transfer to manufacturing operations. Demonstrated ability to balance technical leadership with people leadership, building engaged, high-performing teams. Strong experience in resource planning, prioritization, and execution across multiple concurrent programs. Deep knowledge of automation system design, integration, and validation in manufacturing settings. Strong decision-making skills with a structured, data-driven approach to risk management and problem-solving. Ability to lead through ambiguity while maintaining focus on delivery, compliance, and operational stability. Hands-on leadership of cross-functional teams spanning Automation Engineering, Process Development, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Operations, and external equipment integrators. Demonstrated expertise in automation systems including robotics, precision mechanics, fixtures and tooling, PLC-based control systems, vision systems, and machine safety architectures. Strong background in equipment qualification strategies, including statistical analysis, capability studies, risk management (pFMEA), and compliant documentation development. Experience supporting new product introductions (NPI), capacity expansion, and technology transitions while minimizing disruption to commercial manufacturing. History of driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput, yield, OEE, reliability, and cost efficiency across manufacturing lines.

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

Up to 15% (may vary based on project phase and site support needs).

Experience and Education Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree with 13+ years of industry experience. Requires a degree in a technical discipline. 5-8 years of previous people management experience.

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.

Disability Accommodation

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].

Talent Acquisition Contact

Dexcom's AAP may be viewed upon request by contacting Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].

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Salary

Salary: $149,000.00 - $248,300.00 #DexcomUS

Company Culture

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.