Device Development Engineering Co-op (Part-Time 25-40 hours)

Takeda•Lexington, MA

23h•$21 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

Our DE&C function, part of Drug Product and Device Development in Pharmaceutical Sciences, is a dynamic team of diverse experts, employing advanced engineering technologies and in-silico tools, to develop and characterize our medical devices and combination products throughout their life cycle. We work in a state-of-the-art facility that allows us to rapidly test concepts and helps accelerate the development process. We work closely with cross-functional colleagues to develop combination products to treat conditions in the areas of oncology, rare diseases, neuroscience, and gastroenterology. This co-op role will support laboratory-based development and characterization activities for device and combination product programs spanning early development through lifecycle management. The student will contribute to hands-on prototyping, bench testing, and test method development to generate high-quality data that informs design decisions, risk management, and verification planning. The student will also assist with maintaining laboratory readiness and may support root-cause investigations when test results deviate from expectations. The co-op will gain exposure to Takeda’s ways of working in a regulated environment, including design control principles (requirements, traceability, change management), Good Documentation Practices, and the importance of patient safety and data integrity. This experience is intended to build foundational skills in medical device development, cross-functional collaboration, and disciplined execution within a global biopharmaceutical organization.

Requirements

This position will be based out of 125 Spring Street, Lexington, MA location with an 25-40 hr per week time commitment.
Must be minimally pursuing a bachelor’s degree in biomedical, mechanical, chemical or material science engineering, or a related field.
Eager to contribute and participate in a fast-moving, team-oriented atmosphere
Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation)
Ability to self-organize and prioritize multiple responsibilities
Ability to develop and execute lab tests independently
Background knowledge in chemistry/physics.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of SolidWorks / Creo is a plus
Knowledge about mechanical testing and statistics is a plus
Spectroscopy (e.g FTIR, Raman Spectroscopy) and microscopy (SEM-EDS) is a plus
Experience in the medical device industry is a plus
Prior co-op experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Support design and prototyping related activities using CAD and Design Applications: Creo / Windchill, Solidworks / PDM, and prototyping using (CNC, laser cutter, 3D printing, fabrication tools).
Support lab activities that involve troubleshooting, maintenance and qualification of lab equipment.
Assist in concept generation, design, development, and evaluation of new products, materials and technologies.
Provide input to design of fixtures, tooling, equipment and specifications.
Develop test procedures, test protocols, and execute device testing per direction of test engineers.
Set up and operate test equipment and record results.
Maintain accurate data and support analysis.
Support data analysis using statistical techniques and software.
Support overall laboratory testing activities including, but not limited to, test gage R&R studies, fabrication of prototypes, coordination of testing and calibration/PM of test equipment.

Benefits

Paid sick time
Civic Duty paid time off
Participation at company volunteer events
Participation at company sponsored special events
Access to on-site fitness center (where available)
Commuter Benefit: To offset your work-commute expenses, Takeda provides U.S. employees with a fixed monthly subsidy to be used for either public transportation (transit) or parking.

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