Staff Automation Engineer

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 the qualification, validation and change management of complex manufacturing automation equipment, working closely in cross-functional teams to integrate cutting-edge technology into our manufacturing processes. You will ensure high efficiency, precision, and quality in our operations. 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 lead the architecture, design, programming, commissioning, Software Verification and Validation (SWV&V), and lifecycle support of complex automated manufacturing equipment and control systems.
• You serve as a technical subject matter expert for PLC controls, robotics, machine vision, HMI/SCADA, industrial networks, and equipment integration.
• You develop, program, and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley systems using Studio 5000.
• You design, program, integrate, and optimize Epson and ABB robotic systems for advanced manufacturing applications.
• You develop and deploy Cognex machine vision solutions for inspection, identification, traceability, and vision-guided automation.
• You design and support industrial applications using Ignition and FactoryTalk View ME and SE.
• You lead complex troubleshooting and root cause investigations while developing scalable controls standards, architectures, and best practices.
• You collaborate with Process Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, IT, Operations, suppliers, and contract manufacturers while mentoring engineers and influencing technical direction.

What makes you successful:

• You are an expert in Allen-Bradley PLC platform Studio 5000.
• You are an expert in Epson and ABB robot programming, integration, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• You are an expert in Cognex vision systems, including In-Sight, VisionPro, and DataMan technologies.
• You have advanced proficiency with Ignition and FactoryTalk View ME and SE platforms.
• You have proficient knowledge of electrical controls design, electrical schematics, control panel architecture, industrial networking, and machine safety systems.
• You have proficient experience authoring and reviewing User Requirements Specifications (URS) and Software Design Specifications (SDS).
• You have proficient experience with Software Verification and Validation (SWV&V), equipment commissioning, qualification, and technical documentation.
• You must have demonstrated success independently leading complex automation projects, solving multidisciplinary technical problems, and communicating effectively across technical and nontechnical teams.

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:

• 15 - 25%

Experience and Education Requirements:

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.

Remote Workplace: Your location will be a home office; you are not required to live within commuting distance of your assigned Dexcom site (typically 75 miles/120km). If you reside within commuting distance of a Dexcom site (typically 75 miles/120km) a hybrid working environment may be available. Ask about our Flex workplace option.

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 [email protected].

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 [email protected].

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Salary:

$122,500.00 - $204,100.00