Systems Engineering Co-op (Spring 2026)

Steris Corporation • Mentor, OH

105d • $19 - $23

About The Position

Join a dynamic engineering team as a Systems Engineering Co-op developing innovative products for the Surgical Solutions business at STERIS. This team develops surgical tables, lights, equipment management systems and other complementary products and accessories for use in hospitals and ambulatory surgery sites. The Systems Engineer Co-op is a technical role that will support new product development initiatives. The Co-op will be involved in a broad array of engineering activities including subsystem design, integration activities, hands-on troubleshooting and system verification. They will work cross functionally with Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineers to maintain continuity throughout the design and development process.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate engineering program - Systems, Electrical, Biomedical, or Mechanical engineering preferred
• Successful completion of Sophomore level coursework or above by program start (January 2026)
• Requires a fundamental understanding and application of engineering principles
• Sufficient mathematical and hands-on testing skills are required in order to appropriately operate equipment safely and accurately, as well as to properly collect and analyze data.
• Must have the technical aptitude necessary to perform the tasks and engage as a team player that is detail oriented, communicates well, and follows through.

Nice To Haves

• GPA of 3.0 or above
• Ability to conduct back-to-back co-op rotations (January-August 2026)

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots development issues using tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, software log files, calipers, etc.
• Develops test protocols and released literature based on design inputs and specification, executes testing, analyze data and write reports.
• Assists in designing, developing and documenting electrical/control solutions for sub-systems.
• Communicates with all engineering functions and cross functional team members (manufacturing, service, quality) through informal communications and presentations.
• Researches and evaluates new hardware technologies for potential integration into products.
• Follows FDA regulation and compliance standards (ISO, IEC, etc.)

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio
• Pay range for this opportunity is $19-23/hr.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Miscellaneous Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree