Co-op: Materials Engineer - Focus Wear and Durability

Estat Actuation • Pittsburgh, PA

107d

About The Position

This student will work to improve the longevity of our products. They will assist with literature reviews, identify and source new candidate materials for use in our electroadhesive products. They will perform testing to determine the durability of these materials as well as their electroadhesive performance. They may help develop new test protocols. This student will also support incoming quality control of our standard materials and production of our robotics components. This student will assist with the environmental testing of our Light Weight Electroadhesive Exotendon (LEET) system for fighter pilot neck protection and may have the opportunity to visit labs that conduct mil-spec testing such as Keystone Compliance. This student has the opportunity to make our products compatible with new applications, dramatically improve performance and ultimately expand our market.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior in a relevant field
• Exceptional hands-on experience for lower classmen may be considered
• Interest in two 6-month rotations

Nice To Haves

• Experience with scientific experimentation
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with statistical analysis
• Proficiency in Matlab and Python
• Experience with supplier interactions
• Strong documentation and presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Assist with literature reviews
• Identify and source new candidate materials for electroadhesive products
• Perform testing to determine durability and electroadhesive performance of materials
• Help develop new test protocols
• Support incoming quality control of standard materials and production of robotics components
• Assist with environmental testing of the Light Weight Electroadhesive Exotendon (LEET) system
• Visit labs for mil-spec testing
• Contribute to making products compatible with new applications

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology
• Experience in a fast-paced startup environment
• Potential for co-op exchange program with partner companies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees