Sr Medical Device Engineer

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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. We unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Now 25 years later, we are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health with personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges.

Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions.

Our team designs the processes and equipment for every generation of Dexcom sensors, ranging from far‑out research concepts to the machines that make tens of millions of sensors for our customers each year. This is a unique team within a unique company, where your technical talent makes an impact in the lives of our customers every day, today and into the future.

• You will support clinical study design and execution for iterative design improvement.
• You will design fixtures & equipment for new processes and be responsible for the tolerance analysis, integration, iteration, and documentation.
• You will work with vendors and diverse engineering teams to onboard new equipment and processes.
• You develop the processes and hardware required to manufacture best‑in‑class next‑generation glucose sensors.
• You identify critical formulation and coating process parameters and develop optimum processing windows and boundary specs.
• You develop requirements and specifications for new sensor designs and manufacturing processes, ensuring seamless transitions into large‑scale manufacturing.
• You will bring best‑in‑class statistical data processing techniques to the Membrane team and mentor junior staff on the subject.
• You will lead or contribute to root‑cause analysis experiments and present findings to project teams.
• You will draft and edit formal documents related to formulations and application procedures.
• You lead multidisciplinary teams to develop and launch innovative wearable biosensors.
• You develop high‑throughput evidence programs, oversee risk assessments, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive product labeling decisions and generate intellectual property for new market indications.

• You are adept at data analysis methods and analysis software, with the ability to construct appropriately powered and creatively designed experiments to solve complex problems.
• You are able to use CAD, design, and review drawings.
• You are able to assess equipment requirements (URS) and document equipment, installation, and calibration protocols.
• You demonstrate effective technical writing skills, including ability to write protocols, design of experiments (DOEs) and other technical reports and documents.
• You demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to coordinate and prioritize activities to meet objectives on time and with a high level of quality.
• You are adept with statistical and data analysis tools, JMP preferred.
• You can evaluate and apply design trade‑offs and constraints for design optimization.
• You have a demonstrated history of running self‑directed projects, managing timelines, completing technology transfer, and executing projects in an R&D environment.
• Prior experience with coatings or membrane application is a huge bonus.

• 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.

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 5-8 years related experience or a master’s degree and 2-5 years equivalent industry experience or a PhD and…