About the role#
DEKA Research & Development is hiring a Mechanical Engineer Co-Op for a full-time rotation during the Winter 2027 term. This position runs for 6 months, starting in January and ending in June or July 2027. You will work on-site in Manchester, New Hampshire, supporting a mechanical group focused on the design and testing of medical products.
What you'll do#
- Design and build test fixtures for medical product development.
- Create and execute test procedures, then document the methods and results.
- Perform CAD work, including solid modeling and the creation of technical drawings.
- Support the mechanical engineering team on various tasks with minimal direction.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Mechanical Engineering program at the junior, senior, or graduate level.
- Hands-on mechanical aptitude (such as experience with cars, bicycles, or robotics).
- Proficiency in SOLIDWORKS or a similar CAD program.
- Ability to create manufacturing drawings.
- Experience with rapid prototyping, data acquisition, and data presentation.
- Working knowledge of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and a high level of attention to detail.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Location & details#
- Location: Manchester, New Hampshire.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time paid internship.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About DEKA Research & Development
DEKA Research and Development is a biotechnology research company founded in 1982. Based in Manchester, New Hampshire, the firm operates out of the historic Amoskeag Millyard. It employs approximately 864 people. The organization focuses on technical design and engineering projects intended to improve lives.
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