Sr Medical Device Engineer
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onBig Bully Turf, 350, Front Street, Banker's Hill, San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92101, United States
About the Company
Dexcom Corporation is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). For 25 years, we have worked to forever change how diabetes is managed by unlocking information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Today, we are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of their health through personalized, actionable insights. Our ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions.
We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We have already changed millions of lives and are ready to change millions more by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences.
Meet the Team
As a key member of Dexcom's Material Science Center within R&D, you will collaborate with engineers, scientists, and technicians to develop next-generation CGM sensor membrane material technologies. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic polymer engineer who understands the technical and regulatory challenges of integrating new materials within the medical device field. You will lead efforts in material development, scale-up, qualification, and pilot-scale processing, while partnering cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, quality assurance, external vendors, and other stakeholders outside of the R&D organization.
Why This Role Matters
You will have a front-row seat to life-changing CGM technology. In this position, you will contribute to our mission of improving human health on a global scale by developing robust, high-yielding manufacturing processes and optimizing product design through rapid insights on processing-structure relationships. You will be part of the brave #dexcomwarriors community, working in an innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dexcom is 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. If you require an accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Dexcom Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Big Bully Turf, 350, Front Street, Banker's Hill, San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92101, United States
San Diego, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleOperate polymer synthesis, processing, and analytical testing equipment for development and scaling initiatives
- check_circleLead qualification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) for new equipment, facilities, and processes
- check_circleDefine equipment capabilities and process control limits to ensure stable performance within specifications
- check_circlePlan and execute DOE and test protocols to optimize product design and processing-structure relationships
- check_circleDevelop and validate testing methodologies for process control and finished good QC release testing
- check_circleCollaborate with raw material suppliers and equipment vendors to meet project deliverables and accelerate timelines
- check_circlePrepare and present technical reports and data-driven recommendations to stakeholders and leadership
- check_circleExecute design control deliverables including documentation of reports, SOPs, and maintenance schedules
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in technical discipline with 5-8 years experience
- verifiedMaster's degree with 2-5 years experience
- verifiedPhD with 0-2 years experience
- verifiedPolymer synthesis and processing experience
- verifiedPolyurethane-based coatings and water-based dispersions experience
- verifiedEquipment, method, and process qualification and validation
- verifiedGLP, GMP, and ISO regulations in medical device development
- verifiedProficiency in DOE methodology, statistics, JMP, Python, or MATLAB
Nice to Have
Proficiency in data analysis tools such as JMP, Python, or MATLAB.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleAccess to career development through in-house learning programscheck_circleQualified tuition reimbursement
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Polymer Synthesis, Polymer Processing, Polymer Science, Polymer Engineering, Polyurethane-Based Coatings, Water-Based Dispersions, Equipment Qualification, Method Qualification, Process Qualification, Validation.
Education: Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline required; Master's degree accepted as equivalent to Bachelor's with less experience; PhD accepted as equivalent to Bachelor's with less experience.
Frequently asked questions about Sr Medical Device Engineer at Dexcom
What does a Sr Medical Device Engineer at Dexcom do?expand_more
A Sr Medical Device Engineer at Dexcom is responsible for the following: Operate polymer synthesis, processing, and analytical testing equipment for development and scaling initiatives; Lead qualification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) for new equipment, facilities, and processes; Define equipment capabilities and process control limits to ensure stable performance within specifications; and Plan and execute DOE and test protocols to optimize product design and processing-structure relationships.
What are the requirements for this Sr Medical Device Engineer role?expand_more
To qualify for the Sr Medical Device Engineer at Dexcom position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in technical discipline with 5-8 years experience; Master's degree with 2-5 years experience; PhD with 0-2 years experience; Polymer synthesis and processing experience; Polyurethane-based coatings and water-based dispersions experience; and Equipment, method, and process qualification and validation.
Where is the Sr Medical Device Engineer role at Dexcom located?expand_more
Sr Medical Device Engineer at Dexcom is based in Big Bully Turf, 350, Front Street, Banker's Hill, San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92101, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Sr Medical Device Engineer job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Dexcom has listed this Sr Medical Device Engineer role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Sr Medical Device Engineer role?expand_more
Sr Medical Device Engineer at Dexcom typically requires 0–8 years of relevant experience at the senior level.
What skills do you need for the Sr Medical Device Engineer role at Dexcom?expand_more
Key skills for Sr Medical Device Engineer at Dexcom include Polymer Synthesis; Polymer Processing; Polymer Science; Polymer Engineering; Polyurethane-Based Coatings; Water-Based Dispersions; Equipment Qualification; and Method Qualification.
What education is required for Sr Medical Device Engineer at Dexcom?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline required; Master's degree accepted as equivalent to Bachelor's with less experience; and PhD accepted as equivalent to Bachelor's with less experience.
What category does the Sr Medical Device Engineer role belong to?expand_more
Sr Medical Device Engineer at Dexcom is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.