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R & D Intern

FLEX Vascular

R & D Intern

Plymouth, MN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Overview:
    Flex Vascular is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented engineering student to join our Research & Development and Sustaining team for a summer internship. This hands-on opportunity is ideal for students enrolled in engineering programs who are looking to gain real-world experience in the design, assembly, and testing of regulated medical devices.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Participate in CAD design of fixturing primarily focusing on test methods using Autodesk Fusion
    • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot 3D resin printing (Formlabs) including using slicer software (Preform)
    • Perform some basic catheter and medical device assembly prior to performing basic testing such as simulated use and tensile testing
    • Conduct testing and data analysis, ensuring traceability and accurate documentation
    • Assist with venous research review and production documentation
    • Support cross-functional activities between R&D, Sustaining, and Quality
    • Help maintain the R&D lab (equipment calibration, environmental monitoring, inventory)
    • Observe and contribute to team meetings focused on project execution and FDA compliance
    • Learn about the integration of product development with quality systems and regulatory standards

    Qualifications:

    • Enrollment in college-level engineering courses (e.g., Advanced Math, CAD, Engineering Design)
    • Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly or technical tools
    • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes
    • Experience in CAD software package (Solidworks, Autodesk products preferred) – creating a basic fixture may be required during interview
    • Familiarity with engineering drawings and design documentation
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
    • Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills
    • Self-motivated, organized, and dependable

    Schedule:

    • Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    • Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM