Research & Development Engineer Intern

HighRidge Medical LLC • Westminster, CO

5h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated Engineering Intern to support the design and development of spinal implants and surgical instruments. This role provides hands-on experience within a regulated medical device environment and meaningful exposure to product development processes. This individual will work closely with experienced engineers and collaborate with cross functional teams including Marketing, Quality, Regulatory, and Manufacturing.

This role is ideal for a student pursuing a degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering who has an interest in orthopaedic or spinal medical devices. The position provides structured mentorship while allowing contribution to real product development initiatives.

Requirements

• Students currently enrolled in a college or university program who are working towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, mechanical engineering technology, biomedical engineering, bioengineering, biomedical engineering technology, bioengineering technology, aerospace engineering or aeronautical engineering.
• Completion of sophomore year or higher preferred.
• Foundational understanding of mechanical design principles.
• Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks strongly preferred).
• Basic knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage assigned tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in medical devices, biomechanics, or orthopaedics.
• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of new spinal implants and instruments under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Assist with concept generation, prototype development, and design iterations.
• Create and revise CAD models and engineering drawings using SolidWorks.
• Participate in design reviews and cross functional team meetings.
• Support verification and validation testing, including generation of test protocols and reports.
• Assist in the creation and organization of design control documentation within the Design History File.
• Perform basic engineering and tolerance analyses.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to evaluate designs for manufacturability.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern