Intern - Hardware Test Engineer (Pittsburgh, PA)

Smith+Nephew • Pittsburgh, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. The Hardware Test Engineering Intern will work with the Robotics New Product Development team to develop next generation products in the field of surgical robotics. Duties may include designing test fixtures, executing engineering testing of prototypes, generating and executing test protocols, conducting reviews and creating project related documentation. What will you be doing? Work closely with managers to complete specifically identified internship projects Present project conclusion to senior leadership Create documentation as required by the Smith and Nephew Robotics Quality Management System Planned Start Date: May 2026 Program Length: 12 weeks Location: Pittsburgh, PA What will you need to be successful? Education: Must be currently matriculated or within a year of matriculation in an accredited university as an undergraduate majoring in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or similar field of study. Must be in excellent academic standing, with a 3.0 minimum GPA preferred Experience: Previous applicable internship, part-time or apprenticeship experience is preferred Competencies: Familiarity with circuit design principles is prefered Familiarity with 3D modeling software such as Solidworks Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing is preferred Familiarity with standard test and analysis equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, force gages, micrometers, etc. is preferred. Familiarity with LabView is preferred. Demonstrated leadership experience with effective project management experience preferred Strong communication skills including technical writing, listening and speaking; ability to influence others High learning agility with the ability to analyze and synthesize data and then present it to senior leaders Must be able to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and drive project completion Independent thinking and the ability to work within a team is required Ability to assess technical issues and develop solutions utilizing an analytical approach to problem solving Requires the ability to manage tight deadlines, multiple tasks, assignment changes, periodic heavy workload, rapidly changing technology, and dynamic business growth; time management and organization skills are a must You. Unlimited We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve. Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating, and Thriving. Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website Other reasons why you will love it here! Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship #LI-ONSITE Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Stay connected by joining our Talent Community. We're more than just a company - we're a community! Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day. Check us out on Glassdoor for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You. Unlimited., life, culture, and benefits at S+N. Explore our website and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer. Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential. From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Nephew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude we work together to win. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited.

Requirements

• Must be currently matriculated or within a year of matriculation in an accredited university as an undergraduate majoring in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or similar field of study.
• Must be in excellent academic standing, with a 3.0 minimum GPA preferred
• Previous applicable internship, part-time or apprenticeship experience is preferred
• Strong communication skills including technical writing, listening and speaking; ability to influence others
• High learning agility with the ability to analyze and synthesize data and then present it to senior leaders
• Must be able to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and drive project completion
• Independent thinking and the ability to work within a team is required
• Ability to assess technical issues and develop solutions utilizing an analytical approach to problem solving
• Requires the ability to manage tight deadlines, multiple tasks, assignment changes, periodic heavy workload, rapidly changing technology, and dynamic business growth; time management and organization skills are a must

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with circuit design principles is prefered
• Familiarity with 3D modeling software such as Solidworks
• Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing is preferred
• Familiarity with standard test and analysis equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, force gages, micrometers, etc. is preferred.
• Familiarity with LabView is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with effective project management experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Work closely with managers to complete specifically identified internship projects
• Present project conclusion to senior leadership
• Create documentation as required by the Smith and Nephew Robotics Quality Management System
• Designing test fixtures
• Executing engineering testing of prototypes
• Generating and executing test protocols
• Conducting reviews
• Creating project related documentation

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees