Bio Medical Engineering Trainee

Canon Careers•Cambridge, MA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Canon’s Boston Incubation Center (BIC) is seeking a Biomedical Engineering Trainee to support electrical and software testing of key components and materials used in BIC systems. This is a temporary, full-time position expected to begin in May 2026 and conclude in August 2026, requiring 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role follows a hybrid work schedule, with four days in the office and one remote day per week, unless business needs require additional in-office attendance. The Biomedical Engineering Trainee will play an integral role in supporting key departmental initiatives. Canon U.S.A., Inc., is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean markets. Its parent company, Canon Inc., has approximately $28.5 billion in global revenue and has ranked in the top-10 for U.S. patents granted for 41 consecutive years. Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility, fostering innovation, purpose, and opportunity with world-class team members and impactful work.

Requirements

An enrolled undergraduate student who is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree.
A strong communicator—both written and verbal—with advanced proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides, Chat, Calendar and Drive).
Ability to thrive as a collaborative team player while also working independently with confidence and enthusiasm.
BS or expected BS in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent.
Good understanding of mechanical design and device testing.
Proficiency with basic tools and software, such as calipers, microscopes, and Google Workspace.
Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly to others.
Familiarity with reading engineering drawings and SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD.
Experience working in a fast-paced, rapid-prototype design environment.

Responsibilities

Perform and document mechanical inspection methods of robotic catheters.
Build robotic catheters for research and development studies with instruction from senior engineers.
Maintain fixtures, tools, and supplies to build and inspect catheters.
Contribute to the improvement of the catheter inspection process.
Understand and conform to the HORL Quality System.
Interact effectively with the engineering team.

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) Savings Plan
Discretionary profit sharing
Discretionary success sharing
Educational assistance
Recognition programs
Vacation
Employee referral bonus
Employee discounts
“Dress for Your Day” attire program (casual is welcome, based on your job function)
Volunteer opportunities to give back to our local community
Swag! A Canon welcome kit and official merch you can’t get anywhere else