Packaging Engineer 2

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:

We are seeking a Packaging Medical Device Engineer II to join our innovative team. The ideal candidate will have experience in designing and developing systems that ensure the robust hermetic sealing and/or sterility, safety, and integrity of high volume packaging products medical devices. This role requires an understanding of a complete medical device packaging system that includes the hermetic seal and/or sterile barrier and sub-level systems, such as the protective packaging to maintain the safety and integrity of our cutting-edge medical device products while ensuring regulatory compliance.

This role requires an understanding of the interaction of sub-level primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging systems to ensure that the full system remains hermetically sealed/sterile and intact until it reaches the end user, while also meeting regulatory requirements and industry standards. If you are passionate about creating solutions that enhance patient safety and product performance, we invite you to apply and contribute to our mission of empowering people to take control of their health management.

Where you come in:

• You have proficiency in development and characterization of heat-sealing sealant layers.

• You have an understanding of various material properties and their applications (e.g., polymers, compostable materials, barrier materials, and sealants).

• You have experience in designing and developing systems that preserve product functionality during transportation, storage and handling.

• You have experience working towards high volume scalability and automation technologies, taking packaging design from an early prototype stage to high volume commercial solutions.

• You have hands-on experience with CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, ArtiosCAD, CAPE, Adobe Illustrator).

• You have proficiency in generating engineering drawings and design specifications.

• Preferred: You have an understanding of industry standards, such as ASTM D4169, ISO 11607, ISO TS 16775, ISO 13485 and ISTA test standards.

• You have a deep understanding of various material properties and their applications (e.g., polymers, compostable materials, barrier materials, and sealants).

What makes you successful:

• You emphasize a meticulous approach to problem solving, and instinctively want to dig deeper on tough problems

• You have the ability to adapt to changing project requirements and pivot as needed, while maintaining a forward-looking approach to the overall project needs

• You possess the ability to convey technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, emphasizing strong verbal and written communication skills

• You foster a sense of accountability and urgency in the team for reaching goals and meeting project deadlines

• You demonstrate the ability to work collaborate effectively both in a cross-functional team setting and with external vendors.

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.

Travel Required:

• 5-15%

Experience and Education Requirements:

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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