Development Engineering Co-Op

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Rochester, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Thermo Fisher Scientific's co-op program is designed to identify and develop future leadership talent. Exceptional students demonstrating leadership potential and alignment with company values may be considered for full-time roles post-graduation. As a global company, flexibility in location for both the co-op assignment and future employment is required. This role requires onsite and in-office work as an essential function.

This position focuses on strategic business impact through various engineering assignments. Projects may include partnering with cross-functional teams to develop new products and manufacturing processes, contributing to concept design and development through analysis and reviews, assisting in the selection of processing equipment, developing and optimizing processes using analytical tools, and conducting process verification and metrology studies. Detailed technical reports documenting results are expected.

Requirements

• Undergraduate student completing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Plastics Engineering between December 2027 – June 2029.
• Previous related co-ops, internships, and / or work experience preferred.
• Proven leadership experience through student organizations, athletics, Greek life, community service, volunteer organizations, campus programs, military service, or other leadership roles.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt to changing priorities, and solve complex problems.
• Evidence of grit, resilience, and perseverance when facing challenges, setbacks, or competing priorities.
• Strong learning agility, intellectual curiosity, and an innovative mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and emotional intelligence, with the ability to build relationships across diverse teams.
• Geographic mobility and flexibility required to pursue co-op and future career opportunities in locations aligned with business needs.
• Onsite and in-office work is an essential function of this role and is required throughout the program and in future placements to support collaboration across businesses, functions, and locations.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require sponsorship (current or future) for employment visa status.
• Thermo Fisher does not offer employment in this position to holders of F-1, J-1, H-1, OPT, and CPT Visas for the purpose of obtaining practical experience.

Nice To Haves

• Previous related co-ops, internships, and / or work experience

Responsibilities

• Participate on cross-functional project teams to develop new products and manufacturing processes.
• Present development results at technical reviews.
• Work with a mentor on specific engineering assignments.
• Contribute to product and packaging design through design reviews and design analysis.
• Participate in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews of new product and package designs.
• Review process specifications and development plans with team members and external suppliers.
• Assist with the selection of primary and secondary plastic processing equipment.
• Help to develop project capital, product cost requirements and appropriations requests.
• Conduct processing trials to optimize process variables.
• Use process analytical tools, DOE methods and pFMEA in conjunction with plastic part and mold design best practices.
• Conduct FAT, IQ, OQ and PQ qualifications for molds and/or equipment and molding processes.
• Coordinate measurement and dimensional studies.
• Document results with detailed technical reports.
• Conduct measurement system analysis, functional testing, and execute dimensional studies.

Benefits

• Hourly rate between $18.50 - $28.75
• Relocation stipend of $5,000 net (if eligible)
• Choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO)
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave)
• Accident and life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern