About the role#
As an R&D Engineering Co-Op, you will join the new product development team to work on next-generation medical devices. You will gain hands-on experience with design controls and the product development process while contributing to projects that impact surgical outcomes for patients.
What you'll do#
- Create 3D parts, engineering drawings, functional prototypes, and experimental fixtures using SolidWorks.
- Design and assemble custom test fixtures and instrumentation for product testing.
- Build physical test samples to support iterative design cycles.
- Develop and execute benchtop test methods to evaluate new devices.
- Record experimental measurements and perform statistical evaluations to identify performance trends.
- Document R&D activities by drafting test methods, build procedures, data logs, and technical reports.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency with CAD software, specifically SolidWorks.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Genuine interest in gaining experience within the healthcare and medical device industry.
- Eligibility to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, full-time co-op position offering $30 per hour.
- The term runs from January 2027 through June 2027.
- The role is strictly on-site at our Waltham, Massachusetts facility.
- You must have reliable transportation to the office, as the company does not provide transportation, housing, or relocation assistance.
About Getinge
Getinge produces medical equipment for hospitals and research facilities. The company focuses on intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, and sterile reprocessing. It operates in over 40 countries and maintains its headquarters in Gothenburg. Founded in 1904, the firm employs more than 10,000 people.
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