Engineering Intern Research and Development

Teleflex • Durham, NC

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About The Position

As a global provider of medical technologies, Teleflex is driven by our purpose to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. Through our vision to become the most trusted partner in healthcare, we offer a diverse portfolio with solutions in the therapy areas of anesthesia, emergency medicine, interventional cardiology and radiology, surgical, vascular access, and urology. We believe that the potential of great people, purpose-driven innovation, and world-class products can shape the future direction of healthcare.

Teleflex is the home of Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, LMA™, Pilling™, QuikClot™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.

At Teleflex, we are empowering the future of healthcare. For more information, please visit teleflex.com.Position SummaryThe Research & Development (Engineering) intern will assist the Engineering team as assigned in efforts that support either development, testing or administrative needs associated with current projects in the Anesthesia business unit. This intern will report to a manager on the R&D team, but will work with members of sustaining, product development, lab tech and design teams as assigned. Project work will be under close supervision and may be done under non-disclosure agreement.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a two/four-year degree in mechanical, biomedical, or any related engineering field.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Some 3D CAD experience – SolidWorks preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, team player and ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of engineering fundamentals and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication (written, verbal, presentation) and analytical (data, particularly via use of Excel).
• Demonstrated creativity and ingenuity in applying engineering principles and practices.

Nice To Haves

• One year of medical device or other related design experience a plus.
• Injection molding, plastic extrusion and plastic part assembly process and methods preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize, evaluate, and coordinate engineering studies with professional, technical, and clerical staff of a product evaluation department.
• Analyze complex, technical and administrative problems and adopt an effective course of action.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Prepare clear and concise statements and reports.
• Demonstrate professional responsibilities by cooperating with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations.
• Willingness to learn about Teleflex Inc. products, medical device industry and working in a FDA regulated industry.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern