Staff Molding Engineer - Tooling at Dexcom, Inc in San Diego, California

Job Description:

The Company



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. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.


We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.



Meet the team:



You will be part of the Global Engineering team within Operations, tasked with end-to-end technical oversight of our manufacturing technologies spanning our suppliers, contract manufactures and automation houses. Including providing technical support for on-market production at our manufacturing sites. You will bring your expertise and passion for plastic injection molding process development and validation. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring robust new product introduction, capacity expansions, and sustained on-market performance. This crucial role supports Dexcom's thrilling growth trajectory in delivering essential, life-changing products to our valued customers. As part of this dynamic and highly effective team, you will collaborate closely across multiple functions, gaining broad exposure to our entire product life cycle.



Where you come in:

• You will lead suppliers to design and produce World Class plastics tooling to manufacture high volume Class II medical devices.
  
  


• You will leverage your knowledge and passion for injection molding tool design and development to ensure robust new product performance and seamless integration into downstream processes.
  
  


• You will lead and refine the design for manufacturing process (DFM) by collaborating with suppliers, R&D, Quality, and Automation engineering groups on design feasibility of plastic part & optimization of tooling designs.
  
  


• You will have extensive experience in injection molding tool design for high-volume Class II medical devices.
  
  


• You will possess strong capabilities in data and statistical analytics, including the development of robust DOEs (Design of Experiments) with strong linkage to CPK and PPK requirements.
  
  


• You will bring expertise in defining full injection molding work cell requirements, inclusive of tool and machine design and capabilities such as barrel and shot size with knowledge of their linkage to optimum product manufacturing performance.
  
  


• You will support a range of programs from new product introductions and launches to scale up, on-market, and end of life management. Participating in molded component related development activities, ensuring seamless progression, timely feedback, and optimization, while fostering teamwork and accountability.
  
  


• You will ensure adherence to design, quality, and safety standards, upholding GMP, FDA, and ISO guidelines. As well as support the planning and execution of robust validations and on-market change assessments.
  
  


• You will collaborate closely with the Purchasing and Quality organizations to establish a rigorous supplier selection process, ensuring timely launches and sustained performance at the optimal cost profile.
  
  


• You will provide technical support to suppliers and internal teams, ensuring adherence to sound engineering and operations practices throughout the supply chain, fostering strong partnerships and promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
  
  


• You stay updated on new technologies and processes, especially in plastic injection mold designs. You identify and implement opportunities to keep our manufacturing cutting-edge, working with teams to improve efficiency and quality.
  
  


• You provide technical insight in the development and implementation of on-market support initiatives, including a robust preventative maintenance management system, to maintain the yield, performance, and quality of products and subcomponents.
  
  

What makes you successful:

• You have strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
  
  


• You can work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with cross-functional partners in manufacturing, R&D, supply chain, and quality assurance to achieve common goals.
  
  


• You have proven expertise in conducting thorough part and mold design risk assessments, evaluating scalability and manufacturability risks with precision and foresight, informing strategic decision-making, and ensuring successful project outcomes.
  
  


• You possess experience in various thermoplastic injection mold designs, specializing in complex parts and subassemblies, coupled with experience in high-volume manufacturing.
  
  


• You effectively communicate with internal teams and external partners. This includes conveying technical concepts clearly, providing timely updates, and fostering collaborative relationships to ensure alignment and successful project outcomes.
  
  


• You collaborate with R&D on design for manufacturing considerations for new product development and work with injection molding toolmakers to assist in providing oversight into mold and part design for high-scale manufacturing.
  
  


• You stay informed about advancing technologies and processes, and the competitive landscape, actively supporting the identification of opportunities for implementation.
  
  


• You contribute to the innovation in approach, processes, and methodologies while ensuring adherence to company, customer, and industry requirements and specifications. You support the identification and implementation of technology and process solutions to enhance performance and achieve both short-term and long-term objectives.
  
  

Key Competencies:

• Expert knowledge of injection molding tooling design and mold making processes.
  
  


• Strong to expert-level 3D CAD (Computer Aided Design) skills.
  
  


• Molding Process Simulation Experience
  
  


• Direct experience in injection molding manufacturing for high volume, Class II medical devices.
  
  


• Experience in statistical process control (SPC) and use of software tools such as Minitab or JMP for data analysis.
  
  


• Robust understanding of Plastic Part Design Guidelines, including dimensional tolerancing and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) Standards.
  
  


• Knowledge in scientific injection molding.
  
  

What you'll get:

• 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.
  
  

Experience and Education:

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

Travel Required:

• 15-25%
  
  

Flex Workplace: Your primary location will be a home office. You will not have an assigned workstation and will work with your manager to determine office visit needs. You must live within commuting distance of your assigned Dexcom site (typically 75 miles/120km).


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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.


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.


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.


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Meritain, an Aetna Company, 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://health1.meritain.com/app/public/#/one/insurerCode=MERITAIN_I&brandCode=MERITAINOVER/machine-readable-transparency-in-coverage?reportingEntityType=TPA_19874&lock=true


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