Engineering Technician 3-Monday-Friday (8:00AM-5:00PM)

DexCom•San Diego, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), aiming to change how diabetes is managed and empower people to take control of their health. The manufacturing engineering team at the San Diego Innovation Center of Excellence focuses on the development, scale-up, and transfer of products, manufacturing processes, and equipment into operations, with a primary focus on advancing Dexcom Sensor technology. This role provides day-to-day technical support for pilot plant processes and products, build readiness evaluations, and procedural updates.

Requirements

Experience in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Proficient in OSI Pi charting and SPC understanding
Able to extract pictures and interpret failure modes by visual checks
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Technical certification or coursework related to manufacturing processes
Proficiency in using manufacturing software and tools
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent experience
Understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment
Basic mechanical and electrical skills
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
Experience with PLCs and automation systems
Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Commitment to safety and quality standards
Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment
Typically requires a minimum of 4-6 years of related experience
High School diploma/certificate or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
Good physical condition and the ability to lift heavy objects

Responsibilities

Perform routine inspections of equipment and production areas.
Report any faults or issues to senior technicians, engineering or supervisors.
Ensure that all workers are always fully compliant with all relevant safety rules and standards.
Work with more experienced technicians and engineers on process improvements.
Regularly observe machinery and systems to ensure they operate within specified parameters.
Perform routine fault detection and SPC monitoring.
Perform routine verifications, inspections, and equipment setups.
Diagnose process-related problems and implement corrective actions.
Collaborate with engineering teams to help implement process improvements and test new products.
Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment.
Assist in creating and revising standard operating procedures and other technical documentation.
May be involved in training junior technicians and other operators.
Analyze all relevant data and use it to improve the processes of the work environment.
Analyze production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Troubleshoot and resolve highly complex machine and process issues.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives, applying methodologies like Lean Six Sigma.
Mentor other technicians and lead training sessions for new personnel.
Coordinate new product introductions and equipment integration with cross-functional teams.
Perform detailed root cause analysis for quality issues and incidents.
Review executed batch records and other documentation.

Benefits

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.

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