Hardware Engineer 2

Location: San Diego, California

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

Dexcom empowers people to take control of health through innovative glucose biosensing technology. The Dexcom Electrical Engineering team is accountable for all aspects of electronics development for research platforms, wearable transmitters, handheld receivers and test tools.

Within Electrical Engineering (EE), the Hardware Test Team plays a critical role in enabling product development by designing, building, and supporting the test stations used throughout the R&D product lifecycle.

We develop and maintain a wide range of hardware test stations that support research, characterization, clinical builds and product verification activities. Our work spans the entire lifecycle of test solutions, from architecture and hardware design to software development, deployment, maintenance, and continuous improvement. These test stations are essential to Dexcom's R&D prototype line / pilot line to support next-generation CGM products and serve as a reference for follow-on scalability for commercial manufacturing of our next-generation products.

We are looking for a Hardware Engineer 2 to join our collaborative and fast-paced team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, deployment, and support of hardware test stations used across multiple product development programs. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of hardware, software, automation, and design.

Where you come in

You will design, develop, deploy and support hardware test stations for current and next generation CGM product development within R&D

You will develop and maintain test software, automation tools, and scripts to enable robust test coverage

You will own the lifecycle of assigned test stations, including system integration, qualification, troubleshooting, maintenance, and continuous improvement activities

You will diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and instrumentation issues to ensure reliable station performance and minimize downtime

You will support and enhance existing test stations by implementing upgrades and improving functionality

You will support senior engineers in the execution of test station development activities, including hardware integration, software implementation, characterization, debugging, validation, and documentation

You will create, maintain, and execute test-related documentation, including requirements, specifications, validation protocols, risk assessments, reports, work instructions, and other quality system deliverables in support of regulatory and compliance requirement

You will collaborate closely with electrical, firmware, process, quality, systems, and manufacturing engineers to define test requirements and support product development milestones

What makes you successful

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• You have experience with automated test systems and scripting languages (e.g., LabVIEW, TestStand, Python).
• You have experience in test development of electronic devices, fixture design and debuggingYou have experience with data acquisition instrumentation and Source Measurement Units (e.g., National Instruments)
• You are familiar with hardware prototyping tools and processes, including PCB hardware design, 3D printing, soldering, mechanical assembly, and system/fixture integration
• You are familiar with electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, power supplies, or spectrum analyzersYou analyze technical data and draw logical conclusions to support engineering decisions
• You communicate effectively and collaborate well within multidisciplinary teams
• You demonstrate curiosity, initiative, and a desire to continuously learn new technologiesYou manage multiple tasks effectively and adapt to evolving project needs

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

0-10%

Experience and Education Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 2-5 years related experience or Master’s degree and 0-2 years of experience

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

$91,400.00 - $152,300.00

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