About the role#
This is a full-time, paid co-op position for the Winter 2027 term, running from January 11, 2027, to June 30, 2027. You will work as an entry-level engineer within the R&D team to help develop drug delivery products. This role operates on a hybrid schedule.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with R&D engineers to develop concepts and prototypes.
- Use in-house prototyping tools, including 3D printing, lathes, and mills, to iterate and validate ideas.
- Create CAD designs and manage the fabrication of prototypes with outside vendors.
- Analyze and test design concepts to determine feasibility and performance.
- Present your concepts, analysis, and findings to team members and stakeholders.
- Support critical design validation testing as required.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a BS program for Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency with office software like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Experience with engineering software, specifically SolidWorks, ANSYS, and Matlab.
- Familiarity with lab equipment such as Instron machines, balances, microscopes, and oscilloscopes.
- A data-driven, ethical approach to decision-making.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Completion of at least one prior co-op or six months of similar internship experience is preferred.
- Candidates must have authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Acton, Massachusetts.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 11, 2027 - June 30, 2027).
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
About Insulet Corporation
Insulet Corporation is a medical device company based in Acton, Massachusetts. Founded in 2000, the company focuses on diabetes management solutions. Its primary product is the Omnipod Insulin Management System, which provides a tubeless alternative to traditional insulin delivery. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people and distributes its products in 25 countries.
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