Hardware Engineering Intern
About The Position
Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Leica Biosystems, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives-and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life. At Leica Biosystems, we're not just shaping the future of cancer diagnostics - we're transforming lives. Our mission of "Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives" is the driving force behind everything we do. As a global leader with the most comprehensive portfolio spanning from biopsy to diagnosis, we empower clinicians with innovative, reliable solutions so they can give patients timely, accurate answers when they need them most. When you join Leica Biosystems, you're not just taking a job; you're becoming part of a passionate team that knows every moment matters when it comes to cancer. You'll help develop diagnostic solutions that turn anxiety into answers, and aid the acceleration of next-generation, life-changing therapies. Surrounded by a diverse and collaborative global community, you'll be inspired each day to stretch, grow, and make an impact. The Hardware Engineering Intern for Leica Biosystems is involved in the design and release of a series of sustainment and value-added value engineering (VAVE) projects for cost reduction, reliability improvement or other general sustainment projects related to Leica Biosystem's product line of Aperio Whole Slide Imaging Scanners This position is part of the Digital Pathology Business Unit located in Vista, CA and will be on-site. At Leica Biosystems, our vision is to advance cancer diagnostics and improve lives. You will be a part of the Hardware Engineering team and report to the Manager, Hardware Engineering. If you thrive in a fast paced, collaborative environment and want to work to build a world-class organization-read on.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, System Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or similar.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Nice To Haves
- Some experience with CAD technologies, like SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar
- Experience working with complex electromechanical systems
- Extreme comfort with typical Windows programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc). Bonus points for familiarity with Linux / Unix computer environments.
Responsibilities
- Performing system-level testing to produce data for use within design of experiments
- Work with engineering team on various tasks, including but not limited to, machining, electronics, programming, verification & validation and system-level design and troubleshooting
- Update or refine engineering drawings or processes with the guidance of senior engineers
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
