About the role#
The Design Assurance Engineer provides design qualification and engineering support throughout the product development and manufacturing lifecycle. You will act as a key point of contact for project teams regarding safety, regulatory compliance, and quality systems.
What you'll do#
- Ensure project activities follow Standard Operating Procedures and relevant quality or regulatory standards.
- Direct prototype development and assembly by authoring and reviewing product documentation.
- Provide technical assistance and documentation to design engineering and material procurement teams.
- Participate in the development and maintenance of the quality system.
- Use lab equipment and debug techniques to verify that electro-mechanical products meet requirements.
- Determine specifications to comply with regulatory requirements for intended markets.
- Lead the development of Risk Management Plans, Design Failure Modes and Effects Analyses, and Fault Tree Analyses.
- Participate in Design Verification test activities, including test execution and the generation of verification documentation.
- Evaluate Bills of Materials to identify lifecycle or environmental compliance concerns.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s program for Computer, Electrical, Biomedical, or Software Engineering.
- Sophomore or Junior level status.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
- Familiarity with medical device and safety standards, such as IEC 60601-1 or IEC 61010-1, is preferred.
- An understanding of regulatory requirements is preferred.
Location & details#
- This internship is based on-site in Neenah, Wisconsin.
- The term for this position is Fall 2027.
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
About Plexus Corp.
Plexus Corp. provides design, manufacturing, and supply chain services for complex products. The company operates in sectors including healthcare, aerospace, and industrial electronics. Founded in 1979, it maintains a workforce of over 20,000 employees. Its headquarters are located in Neenah, Wisconsin.
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