About the role#
The Test Engineering Co-op supports the Acute Care Business Unit by assisting with development, testing, and administrative tasks. You will report to a test engineer while working alongside teams in product development, design, and lab operations. This role focuses on the practical application of engineering principles within an FDA regulated environment.
What you'll do#
- Perform daily R&D and test engineering tasks.
- Develop and execute test methods, protocols, and fixtures for product verification and validation.
- Conduct lab feasibility and verification testing on acute care products.
- Collaborate with R&D teams to define and validate new test methods.
- Assist in specifying, procuring, and installing new test equipment.
- Create reports, test procedures, and work instructions.
- Analyze data and present findings to the team.
- Work with quality, regulatory, procurement, and manufacturing departments to meet project objectives.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a mechanical, biomedical, or related engineering degree program.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software, with a preference for SolidWorks.
- Strong analytical skills, particularly using Excel or Minitab.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
- Knowledge of engineering fundamentals.
- One year of experience in medical device or related design is preferred.
- Familiarity with injection molding, plastic extrusion, and assembly processes is a plus.
- A willingness to learn about the medical device industry and FDA regulations.
Location & details#
- Location: Morrisville, North Carolina.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January through May).
- Work Modality: On-site, 40 hours per week.
- This is a paid, full-time internship position.
About Teleflex
Teleflex produces medical technologies for use in anesthesia, emergency medicine, and surgery. The company also manufactures solutions for interventional cardiology, radiology, vascular access, and urology. It operates globally, serving healthcare providers in more than 150 countries. The firm is based in Wayne, Pennsylvania, and maintains a workforce of over 14,000 employees.
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