R&D Engineering Systems Co-op (Jan- Aug)
About The Position
As an R&D Engineering Systems Co-op at Boston Scientific, you will join an interdisciplinary team providing technical leadership across mechanical, electrical, software, and catheter engineering. You will collaborate with marketing, regulatory, quality, and other partners to support projects from concept through commercialization and sustainment of released mapping systems. The role provides hands-on experience with system requirements, risk analysis, verification activities, and cross-functional project deliverables. The position follows an onsite work model, requiring attendance at the local office at least five days per week. Relocation assistance may be available to eligible candidates. The co-op runs from January 11 through August 6 or August 13, 2027. Boston Scientific will not provide or assume sponsorship for an employment visa for this position. Candidates must have reliable transportation to the Waltham, Massachusetts location; transportation support is not provided. This role is designated safety-sensitive and requires a prohibited substance test.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or graduate-level degree in biomedical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or electrical engineering, with an expected graduation between Fall 2027 and Spring 2028.
- Proficiency in programming using MATLAB.
- Strong understanding of hardware/software systems.
- Available for the full co-op program from January 11 through August 6 or August 13, 2027.
- Eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization.
- Reliable transportation to and from 309 Waverley Oaks Road, Waltham, MA 02452.
Nice To Haves
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience with documentation and report writing.
- Knowledge of system-level programming in C, Linux, and Python.
- High attention to detail with strong organizational and documentation skills.
Responsibilities
- Help define and analyze system requirements, clinical workflows, and input/output processes using current systems engineering methods and technologies.
- Solve system problems by analyzing situations and recommending corrective or alternative actions.
- Document system architecture and design control elements through technical documents, reports, and memos.
- Translate customer needs into technical requirements in collaboration with field, marketing, service, and other cross-functional teams.
- Define, troubleshoot, and execute testing for system design and verification activities.
- Assist with industry standards testing for safety and EMC in accordance with IEC 60601-1.
- Support risk analysis activities for assigned projects.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver project objectives.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance may be available to candidates who meet eligibility criteria.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
