Co-op

SUMMARY

The R&D Engineer Co-op is responsible for coordinating and managing laboratory experiments, experimental design and laboratory equipment required for new product development and sustaining engineering activities. This role exposes the Co-op to experimental design and processes, test equipment and documentation processes in compliance with ISO 13485 and the FDA's Quality System Regulations for medical devices.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Work alongside R&D team to support design and development of new products:

* Assist with 3D CAD using Solid Works (with support of Mechanical Engineers)

* Assemble and test prototypes (with support of Mechanical and Systems Engineers)

* Develop test methods to demonstrate designs meet specifications (with support of Systems and Quality Engineers)

* Conduct verification testing according to pre-defined protocols (with support of Systems Engineers and Lab Technician)

* Analyze and present testing data using statistical analysis software (Minitab) in the form of written reports (with support of Quality Engineers)

* Maintain lab equipment, including calibrations and preventative maintenance (with support of Lab Technician)

* Develop and assemble specialized test fixtures and test equipment (with support of Lab Technician and Systems Engineers)

* Work alongside Quality Engineering team to support Continuous Improvement projects:

* Communicate with3rd Party Testing Resources and Suppliers on failure investigation results and test data

* Conduct failure investigations on product failures and NCMRs

* Provide routine communications and management updates on progress

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

* Current Engineering Student or 4 Year Engineering Degree

* Ability to lift/carry 40 lbs

* Solidworks and Minitab experience a plus