Summary: Under the direction of the Manager of Equipment Engineering, the Senior Equipment Engineer provides technical support for the improvement, installation, validation and transfer of replicate custom automated equipment used in the scale-up of manufacturing for existing or new Dexcom products.These duties include leading or supporting cross functional equipment deployment teams while working with outside suppliers to meet equipment specifications and timelines.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Collaborates with cross functional teams and supports in the improvement and implementation of new replicate custom manufacturing equipment used in the manufacture of Dexcom products both at internal and external manufacturing sites.Works in close collaboration with Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, Site Engineering, R&D and outside equipment suppliers to identify and implement improvements to custom equipment solutions that will improve reliability, efficiency, or yields.Travel to automation vendors and contract partners to troubleshoot and test sustaining and new automation equipment.Providing technical input, review, and approval to validation documentation and support the execution of equipment qualifications as needed.Support the successful knowledge and tech transfer of new manufacturing platforms into manufacturing, which could include site to site transfers.Provide technical training to operators, manufacturing engineering and support staff for responsible equipment.Effectively implement problem solving skills and techniques to identify potential equipment risks and develop/implement mitigation plans as needed.Update equipment related documentations (manuals, drawings, and specifications) as needed.Exercise judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action.This position assumes and performs other duties as assignedDemonstrated ability to identify project requirements and develop schedules with little to no assistance from more senior level engineeringActively contributes during technical design reviews.Effectively communicates with broad Dexcom team on project progress and challenges.Required Qualifications: Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 5-8 years related experience or Master's degree and 2-5 years equivalent industry experienceAbility to run self-directed projects, maintain timelines, stay organized, and balance multiple activities in a fast-paced environmentAbility to deal with ambiguity/uncertainty and a willingness to try new/challenging things.Demonstrated ability to influence, motivate, and accomplish results through peers and junior level engineersProven ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced environment.Excellent communication (written and verbal) and personal interaction skillsKnowledge of high reliability, high volume manufacturing equipment and processes.Technical writing skills as applied to manufacturing documentation and process development - Experienced in the creation and revision of technical documentation.
