Process Engineering Co-op (Fall 2026)

Role Summary

Process Engineering Co-op (Fall 2026) at Wave Life Sciences. This 6-month, full-time program supports the Process Engineering group at the Lexington site, focusing on oligonucleotide manufacturing, GMP process equipment, and related capital projects. The role provides hands-on experience in GMP environments, with opportunities to learn about process unit operations and collaborate across engineering and facilities activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Process Engineering team with executing engineering project deliverables and drafting technical and quality documents.
• Troubleshoot and maintain GMP process equipment and support manufacturing investigations.
• Engage in a range of Engineering and Facilities activities and learn about oligonucleotide process unit operations and equipment.
• Support and document engineering activities (maintenance, troubleshooting, equipment studies, etc.).
• Learn to interpret engineering documents such as process and instrumentation diagrams and equipment specifications.

Qualifications

• Required: Track record of successfully delivering projects or achieving goals in both independent and team settings.
• Required: Willingness to be coached/mentored and to speak up/ask questions.
• Required: Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Required: Highly detail-oriented and organized.
• Required: Demonstrated experience solving complex problems requiring in-depth evaluation of data/situations.
• Required: Ability to manage multiple projects/tasks, establish priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Required: Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Required: Ability to climb ladders and work in tight spaces with equipment (bending, squatting, twisting).
• Required: Ability to lift 25–50 pounds, push/pull objects, and reach above shoulder height.
• Required: Ability to gown in/out of cleanrooms.
• Required: Legal authorization to work in the U.S. and enrollment in a full-time undergraduate program with intent to return to academics after the co-op.
• Required: At least 18 years of age prior to the start date.
• Preferred: Pursuing a Bachelor-level degree in chemical engineering, bioengineering, mechanical engineering, chemistry, data science/statistics, or related fields.
• Preferred: Experience/interest in GMP process equipment and GMP manufacturing environments.
• Preferred: Experience/interest in oligonucleotide manufacturing processes, unit operations, and facilities.
• Preferred: Experience with data analysis using Excel, JMP, SQL, R, Python, etc.
• Preferred: Experience with CAD and drafting P&IDs.
• Preferred: Experience applying AI tools to boost productivity or data analysis.

Skills

• Data analysis using statistical software or programming languages (e.g., Excel, JMP, SQL, R, Python).
• CAD proficiency and ability to draft P&IDs.
• Problem-solving with ability to interpret engineering documents.
• Strong communication and teamwork capabilities.

Education

• Pursuing a Bachelor-level degree in chemical engineering, bioengineering, mechanical engineering, chemistry, data science / statistics, or related field.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to climb ladders and work in tight spaces with equipment.
• Must be able to lift 25–50 pounds and perform related physical tasks.
• Must be able to gown in/out of cleanrooms.