Automation Engineer

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.

• 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 Factory Talk 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.

• 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, Vision Pro, and Data Man technologies.
• You have advanced proficiency with Ignition and Factory Talk 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.

• 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.

• 15 - 25%

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree…