Job Title: Mechanical Engineering R&D Intern
Department: Mechanical & Materials Engineering, Research & Development
Manager/Supervisor: R&D Senior Staff/Principle Engineer
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
SOP Group: R&D Technicians
Position Overview:
• Insulet provides a fast paced and energetic work environment developing drug delivery products aimed at meaningfully improving quality of life for our customers
• Mechanical Engineering Interns are considered entry level engineers and are given the corresponding opportunities/responsibilities on the R&D team
• Day-to-day activities will cover the full range of engineering activities including concept development, detail design, overseeing fabrication, assembly/test, and final reporting/presenting findings
• As deemed necessary, may be pulled to support critical design validation testing to support program development
Responsibilities:
• Working with other R&D engineers to develop concepts/prototypes
• Utilizing in house prototyping capabilities (3D printing, lathe, mill) to quickly prototype/iterate/validate ideas
• Creating CAD designs and overseeing fabrication of prototypes with outside vendors
• Analyzing and testing design concepts for feasibility/performance
• Presenting concepts, analysis, and findings to internal team and other stakeholders
• Performing other duties as required
Education and Experience:
• Completion of one prior internship experience preferred
• Currently enrolled/working toward a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or similar degree
Desired Skills:
• Ethical, responsible, and data-driven decision making methodology
• Self-starter, detail oriented, and effective verbal/written communicator
• Office Software Proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Engineering Software Proficiency (SolidWorks, ANSYS, Matlab Preferred)
• Lab Equipment Experience (Instron, Balances, Microscopes, Oscilloscopes, etc.)
Additional Information:
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $23.00 - $27.50. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in the primary work location in the US. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your Talent Acquisition Specialist can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD), headquartered in Massachusetts, is an innovative medical device company dedicated to simplifying life for people with diabetes and other conditions through its Omnipod product platform. The Omnipod Insulin Management System provides a unique alternative to traditional insulin delivery methods. With its simple, wearable design, the tubeless disposable Pod provides up to three days of non-stop insulin delivery, without the need to see or handle a needle. Insulet’s flagship innovation, the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System, integrates with a continuous glucose monitor to manage blood sugar with no multiple daily injections, zero fingersticks, and can be controlled by a compatible personal smartphone in the U.S. or by the Omnipod 5 Controller. Insulet also leverages the unique design of its Pod by tailoring its Omnipod technology platform for the delivery of non-insulin subcutaneous drugs across other therapeutic areas. For more information, please visit insulet.com and omnipod.com.
We are looking for highly motivated, performance-driven individuals to be a part of our expanding team. We do this by hiring amazing people guided by shared values who exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it!
At Insulet Corporation all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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