About the role#
We are looking for an engineering student to join our Process Engineering group for a 6-month, full-time co-op. You will support oligonucleotide manufacturing and various capital projects at our Lexington, Massachusetts site. This role offers the chance to apply classroom knowledge to real-world engineering and facilities activities within a GMP environment.
What you'll do#
- Assist the Process Engineering team with executing project deliverables.
- Draft technical and quality documents.
- Troubleshoot and maintain GMP process equipment.
- Support manufacturing investigations and related site activities.
- Interpret engineering documents, including process and instrumentation diagrams.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor-level degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Biomedical Engineering.
- A track record of successfully delivering projects and achieving goals.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to climb ladders and work in tight spaces.
- Ability to lift objects weighing between 25 and 50 pounds.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site position based in Lexington, Massachusetts.
- The term for this co-op is Winter 2027.
- This is a paid, full-time position.
About Wave Life Sciences
Wave Life Sciences is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Founded in 2012, it focuses on the development of RNA medicines. The company uses its PRISM platform to design therapeutic candidates for rare and common disorders. Its current pipeline includes programs for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Huntington disease, and obesity.
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