Mechanical Engineering Design and Development Co-Op at Werfen GmbH

Bedford, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jun, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

26 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Design, Development, Prototyping, Troubleshooting, GD&T, DFM, Design Reviews, Schematic Review, PCB Rework, Material Selection, Microfluidics, Automated Assemblies, Instrument Design, Soldering, Circuit Design, Data Analysis

Industry

Medical Equipment Manufacturing

Description

Introduction Werfen Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong. Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care. Overview This is a Summer/Fall Co-Op position (July - December 2026) Summary: The chosen candidate will be assigned within a multi-discipline team with tasks to assist in the design and development of new automated medical diagnostic instruments. Responsibilities include designing, prototyping and troubleshooting clever solutions towards next generation and on market products. Candidates will gain experience with both Mechanical and Electrical Engineering. On the mechanical side, candidates will be asked to create detailed drawings for their solutions using GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and DFM (Design for Manufacturing) methodologies. Proposed designs will be presented to an engineering team allowing candidates to experience design reviews and grow through design iterations. On the Electrical side, candidates will review schematics, rework PCBs, and gain valuable lab experience. This position will provide the candidate knowledge of a full product development lifecycle of a regulated medical device company. The product lifecycle includes prototyping, manufacturing scale-up, and manufacturing operations, all located in-house at the Bedford, MA facility. Responsibilities The chosen candidate will be exposed to the following software tools: Creo formally known as ProEngineer ANSYS, an engineering simulation software Minitab, a software used for statistical analysis Arduino Programming Windchill, a product lifecycle management tool PADS schematic design tool Microsoft Office including Microsoft Visio The chosen candidate will also be able to further their knowledge in the following topics within Mechanical and Electrical Engineering: Material Selection Microfluidics Automated Assemblies Instrument Design Plastics Design Sheet Metal Design Soldering Lab equipment (DMMs, Oscilloscopes, Power Supplies, etc.) Understanding schematics Circuit design The candidate will be mentored by the Mechanical Engineering Development Team Leader and will be considered an active team member.Additional Perks: Werfen Team Sports: Tuesday Morning: Soccer, Thursday Morning: Hockey, Friday Afternoon: Flag Football Werfen Gym Access: Members will have access to Werfen Gym and locker rooms with showers Subsidized Cafeteria prices: $2-4 Breakfast, $3-5 Lunch Essential Functions: Performs experiments, analyzes and interprets numerical data from experiments. Summarizes findings by computer readouts, statistical summaries, graphs and other methods. Requires confidence in using Microsoft Word and Excel tools. Requires Enthusiasm, motivation, initiative and ability to work within an interactive and energetic workplace. Review process procedures, change orders, equipment specifications, validation plans, and reports. Performs market research on Qualifications Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position: Currently pursuing B.S. in Engineering, Finance, Business, Marketing with a minimum of 2 college semesters complete. Ability to multitask. The hourly rate range for this role is currently $22 to $30/hr range. Individual employee compensation will ultimately depend on factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and particular business needs. Closing If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV. Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance. We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 5,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team. www.werfen.com

Responsibilities

The candidate will assist in the design and development of new automated medical diagnostic instruments, focusing on designing, prototyping, and troubleshooting solutions for next-generation products. Responsibilities also include performing experiments, analyzing numerical data, summarizing findings, and reviewing process procedures and change orders.