Process Development Engineer 1

Dexcom • San Diego, CA

2d • $61,900 - $103,100 • Onsite

About The Position

Dexcom is hiring for a Process Development Engineer I to join our dynamic team in San Diego, CA. In this role within the Global Engineering organization, you will support the development and implementation of manufacturing and test processes for continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices. You will contribute to process characterization, experimentation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts while collaborating with cross-functional partners across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations.

Requirements

• Foundational understanding of process development, manufacturing processes, test method development, engineering experimentation, and data-driven problem solving.
• Strong hands-on laboratory, manufacturing, or testing capabilities with attention to detail, safety, and documentation.
• Ability to analyze data and draw conclusions to support engineering decisions and process improvements.
• Exposure to Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, root cause analysis, or data visualization tools such as JMP, Minitab, Python, Excel, or similar platforms.
• Ability to develop clear technical documentation including protocols, reports, procedures, and study summaries.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high-quality work.
• Curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn enable you to contribute effectively to engineering projects and continuous improvement efforts.
• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 0-2 years of related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with FDA-regulated environments, ISO 13485, or medical device manufacturing is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of process formulations and test methods used in the manufacture and testing of materials and products.
• Assist in defining processing, handling, equipment, and test requirements with guidance from engineers and cross-functional partners.
• Plan, execute, and document experiments to characterize new processes and test methods.
• Compile, trend, and evaluate test data to identify process variables, material contributors, and appropriate limits or specifications.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Automation, Software, Analytical Chemistry, and other Engineering teams to gather requirements, troubleshoot issues, and support implementation of new processes.
• Prepare technical documentation including protocols, reports, procedures, study summaries, and inputs to risk documentation such as pFMEAs.
• Participate in design reviews, process reviews, failure investigations, root cause analyses, and continuous improvement activities for new and existing products and processes.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level