Sr Chemical Process Engineer

Meet the team:

As a key member of Dexcom’s R&D Material Science Center, you will collaborate with engineers, scientists, and technicians to develop next‑generation CGM sensor membrane material technologies. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic polymer engineer to design, develop, and integrate innovative polymeric membrane materials for medical devices. You will lead efforts in material development, scale‑up, qualification, and pilot‑scale processing, while partnering cross‑functionally with operations, supply chain, quality assurance, external vendors, and other stakeholders outside of the R&D organization.

• Develop and implement polymer synthesis unit operations in support of technical feasibility, development, and scaling of novel polymer processes.
• Work in a pilot‑scale polymer laboratory environment and lead the design and development of new polymer synthesis processes.
• Lead and execute design control deliverables for the manufacturer of new polymer membrane materials – including documentation of laboratory reports, lot history records, manufacturing process instructions, SOPs, inventory and productivity reports, calibration schedules, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Plan and execute synthesis process DOEs and characterize material properties to generate processing‑structure relationships to further optimize product design.
• Identify and optimize critical polymer composition and process parameters to deliver robust, capable, and high‑yielding manufacturing processes.
• Define process control limits of the chemical unit operations to ensure stable and capable performance within specification limits.
• Lead qualification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) of new equipment, facilities, and processes.
• Develop and validate testing methodologies for process control and support with QC method transfer.
• Collaborate with raw material suppliers, equipment vendors, and other external partners to meet project deliverables and accelerate timelines.
• Train and perform all work in accordance with Dexcom’s quality management system.

• Hands‑on knowledge and experience with pilot‑ or manufacturing‑scale chemical process unit operations, with a strong preference for experience in polymer synthesis.
• Expertise in life science, chemistry, polymer science or polymer engineering.
• High level of hands‑on mechanical aptitude and can effectively troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Strong background in equipment, method, and process qualification and validation activities.
• Organized, detail oriented, and skilled in problem‑solving, with knowledge in DOE methodology, statistics, data analysis tools (JMP, Minitab, Python, or MATLAB preferred).
• Communicates clearly and effectively, both in writing and verbally, and excels as a collaborative problem solver.
• Working experience with GLP, GMP and ISO regulations in the context of medical device development and manufacturing.
• Can lead work streams, manage timelines, and deliver results in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Has the aptitude and creativity to contribute to intellectual property development and innovation initiatives.

• 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.

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Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 5‑8 years related experience or a Master’s degree and 2‑5 years equivalent industry experience or a PhD and 0‑2 years experience.

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