Materials Engineering Co-op - Spring 2027
About The Position
STERIS Endoscopy has an opportunity for a Materials Engineering Co-op in the Product Engineering department. This position will apply materials science and engineering principles to assist in the design, development, and release of unique gastrointestinal device solutions to meet customer needs. The role also involves working with existing products to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness, while assisting in daily production. Collaboration with internal cross-functional teams is essential, requiring professionalism, dedication, and a positive drive to complete projects in a time-sensitive, regulated environment. This position is based in Mentor, OH.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree Engineering program – Materials Science & Engineering, Polymer Science, Biomedical, Chemical or similar disciplines.
- Currently enrolled in upper-level coursework (Junior/3rd year or above).
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook).
- Clear written and oral communication skills required.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the specific ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in statistical analysis, design of experiments is a plus.
- Preference is for candidate to return for multiple co-op positions.
Responsibilities
- Plan and execute materials characterization, screening and/or comparative testing for polymers, metals, adhesives, coatings or other materials used in GI Endoscopy medical devices and manufacturing processes.
- Perform material evaluations and/or testing to support biocompatibility assessments for new products and design changes.
- Support Manufacturing and Quality project teams in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation to resolve production-related materials issues and ensure ISO 13485:2016 compliance.
- Conduct literature, standards, specifications, and supplier-data reviews to identify materials-related technical risks and potential mitigations.
- Document test plans, methods, results, data analyses, conclusions and recommendations in clear and accurate engineering reports.
- Communicate project status, technical findings, risks, and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders.
- Any other duties or projects as required by the department.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
