Overview
On Site
Full Time
Skills
Leadership
Educate
Research
Research and Development
Quality assurance
Systems engineering
Computer hardware
Design controls
Systems analysis/design
Testing
Product development
Debugging
Technical Support
Product engineering
Design
Integration testing
Evaluation
Electrical engineering
Biomedical engineering
Drawing
Process engineering
ISO 9000
Systems design
Electronics
Mechanical engineering
System integration
Rapid prototyping
Manufacturing
Teamwork
Collaboration
Medical devices
Pharmaceutics
Technical communication
Attention to detail
Editing
Job Details
INVENT. IMPMROVE. INSPIRE.
NxStage Medical, a Fresenius company is not your typical medical products company. We are a close-knit team of talented professionals driven by a shared commitment: to lead a movement to dramatically improve renal care with innovative yet simple therapeutic solutions that benefit patients, caregivers, and society. We pursue this goal through a passionate commitment to Innovate, Educate, and Advocate for the breakthroughs that are redefining renal care. Additionally, NxStage works in community with its customers, patients, industry partners, and government leaders and agencies to realize the vision of better, simpler, more accessible renal care.
Position Summary:
The Co-ops support product or process development activities related to the development, design, research and manufacturing of NxStage Medical's new and existing suit of products. As part of the R&D team, this involves participating in testing, design, building samples, and other activities as needed by the project team. Co-ops in this position will have the opportunity to work more independently and take on additional responsibilities with their teams. Co-ops may be part of the system engineering, hardware mechanical engineering, or disposables engineering team.
Core Responsibilities:
Participate in design or development of new medical equipment or disposables and/or upgrades to existing products
Assist with major projects, or phases of projects, to resolve advanced and complex technical problems
Ensure all design activities conform to design controls; and that all analysis, design and testing activities are properly documented
Participate in activities to ensure design and process shortcomings are identified and appropriately addressed
Assist the product development team in the adoption and use of best practices and design methodologies
Debug and develop reliability improvements for existing products and products under development.
Provide technical support for product engineering, design development, integration, test and evaluation
Investigate the feasibility of new projects, systems or approaches
Learn about and work in ways that are compliant with internal and external standards, good manufacturing practices, and quality system regulations
Requirements:
Candidate for BS or MS in Mechanical, Industrial, Plastics, Electrical, or Biomedical Engineering
Intermediate knowledge of CAD and Technical Drawing creation
Basic understanding of product and process development of medical devices or similar product experience is desired
Prior relevant work experience is preferred, such as working in an FDA, defense industry or ISO regulated environment
Understanding of aspects of system design, electronics, mechanical and software integration or manufacturing processes is beneficial
Prior experience designing for rapid prototyping as well as traditional manufacturing techniques desired
Has a constructive approach to teamwork and collaboration
Demonstrated interest in medical device or pharmaceutical industries
Excellent technical communication skills and attention to detail, including creating and editing technical procedures, protocols, and reports
Commitment to performing all tasks with quality and integrity
EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
NxStage Medical, a Fresenius company is not your typical medical products company. We are a close-knit team of talented professionals driven by a shared commitment: to lead a movement to dramatically improve renal care with innovative yet simple therapeutic solutions that benefit patients, caregivers, and society. We pursue this goal through a passionate commitment to Innovate, Educate, and Advocate for the breakthroughs that are redefining renal care. Additionally, NxStage works in community with its customers, patients, industry partners, and government leaders and agencies to realize the vision of better, simpler, more accessible renal care.
Position Summary:
The Co-ops support product or process development activities related to the development, design, research and manufacturing of NxStage Medical's new and existing suit of products. As part of the R&D team, this involves participating in testing, design, building samples, and other activities as needed by the project team. Co-ops in this position will have the opportunity to work more independently and take on additional responsibilities with their teams. Co-ops may be part of the system engineering, hardware mechanical engineering, or disposables engineering team.
Core Responsibilities:
Participate in design or development of new medical equipment or disposables and/or upgrades to existing products
Assist with major projects, or phases of projects, to resolve advanced and complex technical problems
Ensure all design activities conform to design controls; and that all analysis, design and testing activities are properly documented
Participate in activities to ensure design and process shortcomings are identified and appropriately addressed
Assist the product development team in the adoption and use of best practices and design methodologies
Debug and develop reliability improvements for existing products and products under development.
Provide technical support for product engineering, design development, integration, test and evaluation
Investigate the feasibility of new projects, systems or approaches
Learn about and work in ways that are compliant with internal and external standards, good manufacturing practices, and quality system regulations
Requirements:
Candidate for BS or MS in Mechanical, Industrial, Plastics, Electrical, or Biomedical Engineering
Intermediate knowledge of CAD and Technical Drawing creation
Basic understanding of product and process development of medical devices or similar product experience is desired
Prior relevant work experience is preferred, such as working in an FDA, defense industry or ISO regulated environment
Understanding of aspects of system design, electronics, mechanical and software integration or manufacturing processes is beneficial
Prior experience designing for rapid prototyping as well as traditional manufacturing techniques desired
Has a constructive approach to teamwork and collaboration
Demonstrated interest in medical device or pharmaceutical industries
Excellent technical communication skills and attention to detail, including creating and editing technical procedures, protocols, and reports
Commitment to performing all tasks with quality and integrity
EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
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