Staff Control Systems Engineer
Dexcom, Inc

San Diego, California

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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 general direction of the Engineering Manager, the Staff Automation Controls Engineer provides project management and Controls engineering technical support related to manual, semi auto, or more complex high-speed fully automated equipment which are primarily located at External Contract Manufacturing (CM) partner's clean room facilities. This position is for a hands-on engineer who will collaborate with cross functional teams and stakeholders, both internal and external to Dexcom, and provide engineering support to solve moderate to complex controls related issues, and plans and executes improvement for existing PLC, HMI, Vision, and data collection systems and/or software.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide automation, instrumentation and controls engineering services for installed equipment within Dexcom's contract manufacturing facilities. Scope of work includes activities from design through installation, testing and qualification of equipment. Projects may include new equipment, existing equipment upgrades, capacity expansions, equipment replacement, and investigation and correction of existing issues in order to improve productivity and quality.
  • Create and/or review and approve design specifications, drawings, and other project documents such as URS, FNS, SDS, etc.
  • Develop and execute test plans, and controls related validation protocols. Write reports to document equipment/process meets part/assembly specifications and regulatory requirements.
  • Review and approve vendor provided document package, including but not limited to drawings, manuals, and validation protocols as they relate to equipment controls systems.
  • Perform PLC /HMI/PC/Robot/vision code review and approval. Recommend and/or implement improvements to enhance performance and reliability.
  • Proficient in writing new code or modifying existing PLC/HMI/PC/Vision software to enhance or expand functionality, and reliability. Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs and Cognex vision products is highly desirable.
  • Proficient in writing new or modifying existing data collection software using commercially available data collection and SCADA/HMI packages such as Ignition, Wonderware, and FactoryTalk. Experienced in using connectivity platform such as Kepware.
  • Create and / or update standards as they relate to software HMI screes designs, and PLC/Robot/SCADA codes.
  • Working knowledge of different types of servos systems, sensors and devices is required.
  • Manage assigned project to ensure projects are completed on-time and within budget.
  • Hands on investigation and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment issues is required. Experience in performing Engineering Studies using DMAIC methodology is highly desired.
  • Provide training and coaching to engineers and technicians on new and existing Software and procedures
  • Proficiency in using Project engineering tools such as Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Statistical Programs and Microsoft Office suite is required.
  • Ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with company interdepartmental teams including Regulatory, Quality Assurance, R&D and Process Engineering is required.
  • May be assigned other duties by department manager as necessary.

Required Qualifications:
  • Highly proficient in developing PLC/HMI programs for high-speed automated equipment.
  • Working knowledge of authoring and executing equipment and validation protocols (URS, FNS, SDS, FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ & PQ).
  • Experience in installation, and validation of automated equipment as it related to software and systems
  • Working knowledge of GMP standards and procedures
  • Demonstrated use of analytical tools and procedures used in Lean Six Sigma such as utilizing the DMAIC methodology for continuous improvement.
  • Demonstrated experience in medical device automation, test methods/standards, processes and related equipment.
  • Proficient in using PC/Software including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, statistical tools and CAD software.
  • Experience in working in clean room environments.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in programing Cognex vision system is highly desired.
  • Experience with multi axis robots is highly desired.
  • Demonstrated project engineering on the commissioning of Automated systems on the factory floor.
  • Strong familiarity with electro-mechanical equipment design and development process
  • Excellent communication (written and verbal) and personal interaction skills.
  • Proven ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proven ability to multi-task, prioritize projects, and maintain timelines.
  • Flexibility in a changing environment.
  • Detail oriented and organized.

Language Skills: Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to perform the following Physical Activity: Standing, walking, sitting, using hands, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk or hear, taste or smell. May be required to lift 25 lbs.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be exposed to the following environmental conditions: Wet or humid conditions, work near moving parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electric shock, The noise level in this work environment can range from quiet to moderate loud.

Please note: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Functional Description

Provides expertise in engineering, design, installation and start-up of automation systems. Actively assists manufacturing operations in problem solving with regards to the automated systems. Assists in the validation of process and facility automation. May also develop code and design system architectures in order to define user compatibility.

Functional/Business Knowledge

  • Possesses advanced knowledge of technical principles and theories. Recommends solutions in support of functional objectives tied to overall company objectives and strategies.

Scope

  • Demonstrates significant technical expertise, collaboration with others and independent thought. Anticipates potential complex problems requiring an in-depth evaluation. Demonstrates strategic thinking and commercial/industry understanding in functional projects.

Judgement

  • Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
  • Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other colleagues.

Management

  • N/A

Field Sales

  • N/A

Experience and Education

  • Typically requires a Bachelors degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 8-12 years related experience or Masters degree and 5-7 years equivalent industry experience or a PhD and 2-4 years of 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.

View the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Non Discrimination Provision at this link.

UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Dexcom. To link to the Machine-Readable Files, please click on the URL provided: https://transparency-in-coverage.uhc.com/.

To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Dexcom. Only authorized staffing and recruiting agencies may use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes on specific requisitions. Dexcom does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to the Talent Acquisition team, Dexcom employees or any other company location. Dexcom is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.


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