R&D; Engineering Intern 
ABOUT US Smith & Nephew supports healthcare professionals in more
than 100
countries in
their daily efforts to improve the lives of their patients. We do this
by taking a pioneering
approach to the
design of our [advanced medical products and services](http://www.smith-
nephew.com/key-products/), by securing wider access to our diverse
technologies for more customers globally, and by enabling better
outcomes for patients and healthcare systems. We have leadership
positions in: * Orthopaedics Reconstruction - joint replacement systems
for knees, hips and
shoulders
- Advanced Wound Management - wound care treatment and prevention
products used to treat hard-to-heal
wounds
- Sports Medicine - minimally invasive surgery of the
joint
- Trauma & Extremities - products that help repair broken
bones We have
around 15,000 employees around
the world. [Annual sales in 2016 were more than $4.6 billion](http://www
.smith-nephew.com/annual-report-2016/). We are a constituent of the UK's
FTSE100 and our shares are [traded on the London Stock
Exchange](http://www
.smith-nephew.com/investor-centre/reporting/share-performance/live-financial-
data/lse/) and through [American Depository Receipts on the New York
Stock
Exchange](http://www.smith-nephew.com/investor-centre/reporting/share-
performance/live-financial-data/nyse/) (LSE: SN, NYSE: SNN) SUMMARY
Provide technical support in the development, design, fabrication,
testing, documentation, improvement, cost reduction, and manufacturing
of Smith and Nephew products. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
include but are not limited to: (Other duties may be assigned) Work with
a multi-disciplinary team of engineers to develop, evaluate and iterate
prototypes of medical devices and systems. Be a self-driven, independent
achiever, with the ability to explore new, unfamiliar challenges, while
working as a member of a dedicated team. Develop proof of concept
prototypes to access the feasibility of proposed devices. Perform
iterative design work, including: modeling concepts using SolidWorks,
presenting ideas to a team of engineers, incorporating team feedback,
machining components, building prototypes, developing test methods,
evaluating prototype performance, and analyzing data. Perform testing
and develop test methods and apparatus for evaluating the effectiveness,
safety, and reliability of products. Light machine shop work and use of
hand tools. Perform troubleshooting and problem resolution on
product/processes/equipment Perform other duties as required. ** **
Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must
be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements
listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability
required. Requires relevant experience, creative problem solving skills,
the ability to work with minimal supervision, hands-on fabrication and
modification of medical devices and controllers. Education and/or
Experience: Current student pursuing a degree in Biomedical Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related scientific
discipline. Language Skills: Good written/verbal communication skills
required Good written/verbal comprehension skills required Mathematical
Skills: Required: College level mathematical skills. Desirable:
Understanding of advanced concepts. Reasoning Ability: Need to be able
to make sound decisions with attention to details. Computer Skills:
Ability to create and/or update design files and drawings in SolidWorks
Word processing and spreadsheet proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and
Publisher) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Desirable: Drafting,
industrial technology or design, CAD, Electronics, Quality, inspection,
machining, assembly Other Skills and Abilities: Experience designing,
machining, and prototyping with metals, ceramics, and plastics
Experience with hands-on, proof-of-concept prototyping and iterative
design Desirable: Quality, inspection, machining, assembly, drafting,
industrial technology or design. Familiarity with electronic
instrumentation including oscilloscopes, various sensors, and analog
data acquisition Physical Demands: The physical demands described here
are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the functions of the job. Smith and Nephew is an
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Employment decisions are
made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability,
protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by
applicable law. **Primary Location: **US-Texas-Austin **Work
Locations: ** **Job: **Intern **Organization: **Smith & Nephew
**Schedule: **Full-time **Job Posting: **Mar 8, 2018, 2:24:54 PM