Role Summary
Device Development Engineering Co-op, part-time 25-40 hours. Supports laboratory-based development and characterization activities for device and combination product programs spanning early development through lifecycle management. Contributes to hands-on prototyping, bench testing, and test method development to generate high-quality data that informs design decisions, risk management, and verification planning. Assists with maintaining laboratory readiness and may support root-cause investigations. Gaining exposure to regulated environments, design control principles, and Good Documentation Practices to build foundational skills in medical device development within a global biopharmaceutical organization.
Responsibilities
- Support design and prototyping related activities using CAD and Design Applications Creo / Windchill, Solidworks / PDM, and prototyping using (CNC, laser cutter, 3D printing, fabrication tools).
- Support lab activities that involve troubleshooting, maintenance and qualification of lab equipment.
- Assist in concept generation, design, development, and evaluation of new products, materials and technologies. Provide input to design of fixtures, tooling, equipment and specifications.
- Develop test procedures, test protocols, and execute device testing per direction of test engineers. Set up and operate test equipment and record results. Maintain accurate data and support analysis.
- Support data analysis using statistical techniques and software.
- Support overall laboratory testing activities including, but not limited to, test gage R&R studies, fabrication of prototypes, coordination of testing and calibration/PM of test equipment.
Qualifications
- Required: This position will be based out of 125 Spring Street, Lexington, MA location with an 25-40 hr per week time commitment.
- Required: Must be minimally pursuing a bachelorβs degree in biomedical, mechanical, chemical or material science engineering, or a related field.
- Required: Eager to contribute and participate in a fast-moving, team-oriented atmosphere
- Required: Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation)
- Required: Ability to self-organize and prioritize multiple responsibilities
- Required: Ability to develop and execute lab tests independently
- Preferred: Working knowledge of SolidWorks / Creo
- Preferred: Knowledge about mechanical testing and statistics
- Preferred: Background knowledge in chemistry/physics. Spectroscopy (e.g FTIR, Raman Spectroscopy) and microscopy (SEM-EDS) is a plus
- Preferred: Experience in the medical device industry
- Preferred: Prior co-op experience