About the role#
This Electrical Engineering Co-Op position joins the New Product Development R&D team at Smith+Nephew. You will work in the Arthroscopic Enabling Technology business on research and development for next generation medical products in sports medicine. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Andover, Massachusetts, starting in February 2027 for a 6-month term.
What you'll do#
- Conduct research and development for medical products.
- Develop and test new features, including video standards, communication protocols, and AI processors.
- Support PCBA schematic capture and layout.
- Perform system builds and testing.
- Analyze electrical circuits for new and existing products.
- Partner with managers to complete specific projects and present findings to senior leadership.
- Create documentation required by the Quality Management System.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program for Electrical or Computer Engineering at an accredited university.
- Status as a rising senior who has completed advanced coursework in Electrical Engineering.
- A major GPA of 3.50 or above is preferred.
- A solid grasp of circuit theory and fundamental electronic devices.
- Proficiency using multimeters and oscilloscopes for circuit testing.
- Experience with analog and digital circuit design.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing.
- A curious and analytical approach to problem solving.
- Previous internship, co-op, or apprenticeship experience is preferred.
- Experience with schematic or layout capture and projects involving embedded systems like microcontrollers or FPGAs is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Andover, Massachusetts.
- Term: Winter 2027 (starting February 2027 for 6 months).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Compensation: $27 to $32 per hour.
- Note: This position does not offer visa transfer or sponsorship.
About Smith+Nephew
Smith+Nephew is a medical technology company that designs and manufactures equipment for healthcare professionals. Founded in 1856, the firm focuses on orthopaedic reconstruction, sports medicine, and wound care. It operates as a public company with over 10,000 employees. The headquarters are located in Watford, Hertfordshire.
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