About the role#
The Surgical R&D Co-Op is a one-year program based in Austin, Texas. You will join a new product development team to assist engineers and managers through the full project lifecycle, from initial proposal to final design and release. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position starting in Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Identify surgeon requirements and define product characteristics.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing Engineering, Purchasing, and Regulatory.
- Assist Product Development Engineers with product designs and documentation.
- Create and update 3-D models and detailed engineering drawings.
- Manage project documentation for the Design History File (DHF) and Design Dossier.
- Develop project plans and track progress using planning software.
- Coordinate with internal prototype shops or external vendors to build prototypes.
- Participate in surgeon symposia, focus groups, and surgical laboratory demonstrations.
- Maintain existing product lines and write Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) for improvements.
- Schedule and lead product team meetings to ensure project timelines are met.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least the first two years of an undergraduate engineering degree.
- Current enrollment in a Mechanical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering program with a mechanical track emphasis.
- A minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
- A strong interest in medical devices or orthopedics.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (one-year duration).
- Employment: Full-time, paid position.
About Enovis
Enovis is a medical technology company based in Wilmington, Delaware. Founded in 1995, it focuses on orthopedics and animal health. The company develops products to assist patient recovery and motion. It serves surgeons and clinicians through a range of brands including DonJoy and Aircast. The firm employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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