R&D Systems Hardware Engineering Co-Op

Werfen•Bedford, MA

1d•$22 - $30

About The Position

Werfen, founded in 1966, is a worldwide developer, manufacturer and distributor of specialized diagnostic instruments, related reagents, automation workcells, and data management solutions for use primarily in hospitals and independent clinical laboratories. The Company’s business lines include Hemostasis, Acute Care, and Autoimmunity diagnostics, as well as Original Equipment Manufacturing. Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care. Our North American Commercial Operations, as well as our Headquarters and Technology Center for Hemostasis and Acute Care Diagnostics, are based in Bedford, MA. Our Headquarters and Technology Center for Autoimmunity Diagnostics is based in San Diego, CA. Additionally, our Technology Center for Hemostasis and Blood Gas Reagents is in Orangeburg, NY, and our Technology Center for Whole Blood Hemostasis is in San Diego, CA. Summary: The purpose of the cooperative experience is to provide a semester long hands-on experience. Werfen hires students with leadership potential and proven academic success. Ideal candidates will combine technical and business knowledge with analytical strength and creative problem-solving abilities.

Requirements

Currently pursuing B.S. in Engineering, Finance, Business, Marketing with a minimum of 2 college semesters complete.
Ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

To perform entry level work of a routine nature requiring application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related tasks.
Responsible for process and production support of a product or product line.
Provides support for continuous improvement team efforts focused on process improvement and optimization.
Provides design, procedures and implementation of assembly methods, test methods, equipment operation, including specification and optimization.
Ability to lead and influence at various levels and functions of the organization through strong interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills
Competency in conducting desk research and competitive intelligence, distilling down vast amounts of data into concise summaries focused on the key strategic & financial implications to IL
Performs experiments, analyzes and interprets numerical data from experiments.
Summarizes findings by computer readouts, statistical summaries, graphs and other methods.
Requires confidence in using Microsoft Word and Excel tools.
Requires Enthusiasm, motivation, initiative and ability to work within an interactive and energetic workplace.
Review process procedures, change orders, equipment specifications, validation plans, and reports.
Performs market research on