Materials Co-op Engineer/Intern (Spring, Summer, or Fall 2027)

Applied Medical Technology • Brecksville, OH

9h

About The Position

The Materials Co-op Engineer/Intern will take part in a co-op experience involving planning, executing, analyzing, summarizing, and presenting experiments using materials-testing and characterization equipment. The student will learn fundamentals of chemistry related to silicone rubbers, silicone adhesives, polyurethane, and silanes, and gain familiarity with Minitab, data analysis, and design of experiments (DOE). The role is in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The position is in the Engineering Department and reports to the Engineering Manager. It is hourly and non-exempt, and does not supervise others. The co-op is intended for Spring, Summer, or Fall 2027. Applicants may be undergraduate or master's students in relevant fields. A valid driver's license is required. The role may require passing a drug, alcohol, and/or criminal background check.

Requirements

• Completion of college general chemistry with lab is required.
• Maintain a valid driver's license.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret company procedures and policies, business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to perform calculations and apply basic algebra, geometry, probability, statistical inference, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Ability to solve practical problems, interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions, define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, understand complex numerical analysis, read and interpret written materials, ensure compliance with company policies, respond to feedback, maintain positive working relationships, and troubleshoot problems.
• Knowledge of HR and its application to company policies, procedures, issues, and relationships.
• Knowledge of modern business communication, office procedures, and methods.
• Skill using a personal computer and software such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently with minimal supervision, and facilitate teamwork.
• Applicants should be enrolled in a relevant field of study, such as chemical engineering, polymer engineering, materials engineering, chemistry, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an organic chemistry class.
• Previous hands-on related experience from co-op or research.
• Exposure to basic statistical concepts.
• Interest in chemistry, polymers, and/or materials science.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, analyze, summarize, and present experiments involving a tensile tester, DSC, rheometer, FTIR, and microscopy.
• Learn fundamentals of chemistry for silicone rubbers, silicone adhesives, polyurethane, and silanes.
• Become acquainted with Minitab, data analysis, and design of experiments (DOE).
• Communicate effectively, analyze information and numbers, interpret written materials, troubleshoot and solve problems, and maintain positive working relationships.
• Establish priorities, work independently with minimal supervision, and facilitate teamwork.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed