ATB Engineering Internship

ABEC Inc; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

ABEC Inc in Bethlehem, PA seeks an Engineering Intern for the Cell Therapy Engineering team. The role combines project work and daily engineering activities, exposing you to bioprocess equipment design and technical documentation.

You will lead or support up to three projects, assist with design reviews, testing, and process improvements, and collaborate with a cross-functional team to enhance product performance.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Bio, Chemical, etc.).
• Knowledge of 3D Parametric CAD.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Detail oriented with a solid understanding of drafting standards, design fundamentals, and related fabrication processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Must work well both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Ability to carry a project from conception to production.

Responsibilities

• Lead independent summer project focused on improving the design and manufacturability of ABEC’s product line.
• Assist in all stages of product development by conducting research, gathering data, and providing input on product features and improvements.
• Create prototypes and proof-of-concept models for new product ideas, ensuring they align with project goals and specifications.
• Conduct product testing, including functionality, performance, and usability testing, and document and report any defects or issues to the Product Manager.
• Create and maintain documentation, including product specifications, user manuals, and test plans, to ensure clarity and consistency throughout the product development process.
• Identify areas for process improvement within the product development cycle and implement strategies to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Evaluate product costs and work with operational departments to reduce costs and improve gross margins.
• Ability to work in a professional team-based office environment and meet date-driven customer-focused commitments.
• Execute other tasks as assigned

Skills

3D Parametric CAD

Microsoft Office

Drafting standards

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Project logistics

Education

Pursuing BS in Engineering

Job description

Description

Location: City, Bethlehem, PA

Job Type: full-time temporary paid

Company Background:

For over 50 years, ABEC has been a leading supplier to the biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry. ABEC’s unique value is based on combining long experience with the ability to engineer, design, manufacture, commission, qualify, and service the entire bioprocess to reduce overall cost, shorten time to market, and maximize productivity. ABEC’s products include process and equipment engineering/consulting services, comprehensive site services, and stainless steel and single use bioprocess equipment, including bioreactors and fermenters, filtration and chromatography systems, prep and hold systems, and cleaning/sterilization systems.

Position Summary:

The ABEC Cell Therapy Engineering Intern will support the Cell Therapy Engineering team through a combination of project-based assignments and daily engineering activities. This internship provides exposure to advanced cell therapy technologies, bioprocess equipment design, system development, technical documentation, and engineering support activities within the biopharmaceutical industry. The intern will contribute to departmental goals by assisting with design reviews, process evaluations, technical documentation, and cross-functional engineering initiatives while also leading or supporting up to three meaningful projects designed to enhance product performance, improve engineering processes, or drive continuous improvement efforts.

Responsibilities:

Lead independent summer project focused on improving the design and manufacturability of ABEC’s the product line.

Assist in all stages of product development by conducting research, gathering data, and providing input on product features and improvements.

Create prototypes and proof-of-concept models for new product ideas, ensuring they align with project goals and specifications.

Conduct product testing, including functionality, performance, and usability testing, and document and report any defects or issues to the Product Manager.

Create and maintain documentation, including product specifications, user manuals, and test plans, to ensure clarity and consistency throughout the product development process.

Identify areas for process improvement within the product development cycle and implement strategies to enhance efficiency and quality.

Evaluate product costs and work with operational departments to reduce costs and improve gross margins.

Ability to work in a professional team-based office environment and meet date-driven customer-focused commitments.

Execute other tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Pursuing a BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Bio, Chemical, etc.)
• Knowledge of 3D Parametric CAD
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Detail oriented with a solid understanding of drafting standards, design fundamentals, and?related fabrication processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Must work well both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Ability to carry a project from conception to production.