Electronics Technician 3 at Dexcom in San Diego, CA

Electronics Technician 3

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:

The R&D Test Engineering team supports the development, verification, and reliability of Dexcom products through laboratory testing, prototype evaluation, and hands-on engineering support. As an Electrical Rework Technician III, you will be a highly skilled technical contributor responsible for complex electrical assembly, modification, troubleshooting, repair, and rework of prototype hardware, printed circuit board assemblies, test fixtures, and engineering equipment. You will collaborate with electrical, test, reliability, and manufacturing engineers to deliver high-quality hardware that enables product development and continuous improvement.

Where you come in:

• You perform advanced electrical rework and repair on printed circuit board assemblies, cables, wire harnesses, connectors, and electromechanical systems.
• You troubleshoot electrical and electronic failures using schematics, engineering drawings, test procedures, and diagnostic equipment.
• You execute approved engineering changes, prototype modifications, and design updates on development hardware and test systems.
• You perform fine-pitch soldering, component replacement, trace repair, jumper installation, connector rework, and cable modifications.
• You partner with engineers to identify root causes of hardware failures and implement documented corrective actions.
• You build, modify, verify, and maintain engineering test fixtures, prototype assemblies, and laboratory equipment.
• You support prototype builds, engineering verification, reliability testing, and failure analysis activities.
• You inspect completed work and document repairs, rework, and configuration changes in accordance with applicable procedures and Good Documentation Practices.
• You identify opportunities to improve rework methods, tooling, laboratory processes, and overall efficiency.
• You provide technical guidance and hands-on support to less experienced technicians as needed.

What makes you successful:

• You have advanced hands-on proficiency in precision electronic assembly, soldering, and rework of surface-mount and through-hole components.
• You can independently diagnose complex hardware issues to the component level using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, and related test equipment.
• You can read and interpret electrical schematics, assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and controlled work instructions.
• You consistently demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and produce high-quality workmanship in a regulated development environment.
• You communicate technical findings clearly and collaborate effectively with engineers, technicians, quality partners, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
• You can manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing program needs, and work independently with limited supervision.
• You demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and accurate documentation.
• You bring experience supporting prototype development, engineering laboratories, medical devices, or another regulated industry.
• You bring IPC-A-610, IPC J-STD-001, or IPC-7711/7721 certification, which is preferred.
• You apply a continuous improvement mindset and proactively strengthen laboratory readiness, rework practices, and equipment support.

What you’ll get:

• A front row seat to life changing CGM technology and the #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:

• 0-5%

Experience and Education Requirements:

• Typically requires a minimum of 6-8 years of related experience and High School diploma/certificate or equivalent.

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.

Meritain, an Aetna Company, creates and publishes the Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Dexcom. To link to the Machine-Readable Files, please click on the URL provided: https://health1.meritain.com/app/public/#/one/insurerCode=MERITAIN_I&brandCode=MERITAINOVER/machine-readable-transparency-in-coverage?reportingEntityType=TPA_19874&lock=true

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