Engineering Intern

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Co-Op/Intern is an undergrad or master’s student pursing an engineering degree and is interested in gaining experience in engineering, manufacturing, assembly techniques, process development, and design principles and philosophies. The Co-Op/Intern will support engineering, including both sustaining engineering and new product activities. Candidates must be available to work on-site for a minimum of 20 hours per week throughout the duration of the Co-op/internship.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Perform research for engineering as assigned by a supervisor
• Write process validation/qualification protocols, perform qualification activities, and analyze/document the results
• Design test protocols, equipment and systems as assigned by supervisor
• Responsible for testing, following guidelines described in the AtriCure Quality System, including test report writing
• Responsible for supporting engineering activities and other company functions as assigned by supervisor
• Document and install process equipment
• Identify assembly process or equipment improvements
• Support pilot build activities including production associate training, component and assembly flow, root cause analysis and inspection data organization/collection
• Document all work in compliance with AtriCure Quality System requirements & corporate policies

 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or master’s degree in Biomedical, Mechanical, or related Engineering
• High School diploma
• Desire to initiate a mechanical/manufacturing/engineering career in medical device industry

 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to regularly walk, sit, or stand as required
• Ability to occasionally bend and push/pull
• Ability to regularly lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift over 25 pounds
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
• 5% travel possibility