Mechanical Engineer 1
Dexcom, Inc

About Dexcom

Founded in 1999, Dexcom, Inc. (NASDAQ: DXCM), develops and markets Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems for ambulatory use by people with diabetes and by healthcare providers for the treatment of people with diabetes. The company is the leader in transforming diabetes care and management by providing CGM technology to help patients and healthcare professionals better manage diabetes. Since the company's inception, Dexcom has focused on better outcomes for patients, caregivers, and clinicians by delivering solutions that are best in class - while empowering the community to take control of diabetes. Dexcom reported full-year 2021 revenues of $2.48B, a growth of 27% over 2020. Headquartered in San Diego, California, with additional offices in the Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company employs over 7,000 people worldwide.

Summary:

Under the direction of the Operations Mechanical Engineering Manager, the Mechanical Engineer provides technical support for projects, tasks, and strategic objectives of the Operations Mechanical Engineering department. These objectives require focus on:

• Engineering principles
  
• Problem solving
  
• failure mode analysis (design, process, molds and equipment)
  
• corrective action of mold tooling, injection molding presses, process equipment and instruments
  
• engineering and quality documentation development
  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, design, develop and execute production improvement projects including all necessary documentation under guidance of a more experienced engineer.
  
• Design and implement processes, mechanical tests, and fixtures for molding, inspection and testing to improve product quality, increase productivity or reduce costs.
  
• Write, review and perform validation (ex. IQ/OQ/PQ) protocols and reports for all new or modified production equipment.
  
• Support and develop injection molding processes / manufacturing procedures for new equipment and processes.
  
• Execute experiments, test plans, protocols, and reports to ensure designs meet product and part specifications, regulatory requirements, and applicable standards for new equipment and processes.
  
• Support engineering projects with various component and automation vendors.
  
• Support and develop processes and equipment, including requirements gathering and authoring, in support of scale-up / automation projects.
  
• Hands on investigation, testing, and statistical analysis of current production equipment and/or process issues.
  
• Collaborates and communicates with cross functional departments as needed.
  
• Develops and maintains project timelines under guidance of engineering and leadership and provides updates and feedback to project leadership.
  
• Participate in cross-functional design reviews.
  
• Accomplishes tasks while conforming to the company quality system procedures.
  
• This position assumes and performs other duties as assigned.
  

Required Qualifications:

• Moderate knowledge of CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
  
• Experience working in a mechanical lab using various test equipment and fixtures.
  
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and personal interaction skills for interfacing with peers in other departments.
  
• Self-motivated and self-managed with a high degree of analytical ability and intellectual curiosity.
  
• Ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize projects, and maintain timelines.
  
• Ability to remain adaptable and flexible in a changing environment.
  
• Detail oriented and organized.
  

Functional Description

Designs and analyzes mechanical systems, equipment and packaging. Conducts feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs. Directs support personnel in the preparation of detailed design, design testing and prototype fabrication. Provides design information to drafting for packaging documentation.

Functional/Business Knowledge

• Applies basic technical understanding with the knowledge to develop process and design experiments. Possesses theoretical knowledge, but is learning the industry and requirements of applied science. Understands organizational and functional processes and policies.

Scope

• Demonstrates potential for technical proficiency. Works on problems of basic scope in which analysis of situation or data requires a review of data factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.

Judgement

• Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained.
• Normally receives instructions on all work and work output it supervised.

Management

• N/A

Field Sales

• N/A

Experience and Education

• Typically requires a Bachelors degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 0-2 years related experience.

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 talentacquisition@dexcom.com.

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. Dexcom's AAP may be viewed upon request by contacting Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com.

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