About the role#
The Supplier Engineering Co-op will join the Global Technical Excellence team to support manufacturing, process, and design engineering projects. You will work on root cause investigations, manufacturing capacity expansion, and supplier qualification. This role offers exposure to medical device manufacturing processes including plastic injection molding, metal stamping, and automated assembly. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams in Acton and coordinate with manufacturing sites in China.
What you'll do#
- Perform hands-on work with lab equipment such as Instron, pressure transducers, OGP, and high-speed cameras to support root cause analysis.
- Design test procedures and 3D printed fixtures, conduct custom tests, and analyze data to support tool qualifications.
- Serve as a project lead for at least one root cause or process improvement initiative.
- Automate tasks and standardize internal data analysis or workflow systems using software like VBA.
- Apply Six Sigma and Lean manufacturing principles to improve operations.
- Assist or lead Engineering Change Orders to refine product designs.
- Travel to local suppliers as needed, up to 5% of the time.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program for Electrical, Industrial, or Biomedical Engineering.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Mechanical aptitude and a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
- Experience with CAD software and statistical analysis.
- Familiarity with PCBA or battery design and manufacturing.
- Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs for lab testing activities.
Location & details#
- Location: Acton, Massachusetts.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 11, 2027 to June 30, 2027).
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Note: This position does not provide visa sponsorship.
About Insulet Corporation
Insulet Corporation is a medical device company based in Acton, Massachusetts. Founded in 2000, the company focuses on diabetes management solutions. Its primary product is the Omnipod Insulin Management System, which provides a tubeless alternative to traditional insulin delivery. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people and distributes its products in 25 countries.
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