Electrical Engineering Co-op

Digital Health Solutions; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from industry experts

Exposure to real-world projects

Practical experience with FDA regulations and ISO standards

Job summary

Digital Health Solutions is looking for an Electrical Engineering Co-op in Andover, MA. This full-time position offers engineering students the chance to gain hands-on experience in medical device development. Responsibilities include assisting with electrical design and troubleshooting, conducting experiments, and collaborating with teams. Candidates must be pursuing a degree in Electrical or Software Engineering, and experience with Altium is preferred. This role provides exposure to real-world projects and mentorship from industry experts.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Electrical Engineering principles and basic knowledge of electrical systems.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with Altium designer schematic creation, PCB design, and layout/routing.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills and documentation abilities.
• Familiarity with electrical engineering tools and measurement equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the characterization and test of electrical issues via hands-on debugging.
• Support hands-on engineering activities such as soldering, wiring, and prototype development.
• Utilize Altium to design boards, draft schematics, and decide layout and routing.
• Participate in design reviews and verification/validation efforts.
• Collaborate with engineers to review datasheets and assist with part/component evaluations.

Skills

Electrical Engineering principles

Altium PCB design

Basic electrical systems knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Software Engineering

Tools

Altium

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Job description

Digital Health Solutions (DHS)is a premier consulting firm dedicated to helping medical device companies navigate complex regulatory, engineering, and product development challenges. We specialize in guiding clients through IEC 62304 and ISO 13485 compliance, supporting them in delivering innovative, safe, and effective medical technologies to market.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated Electrical Engineering Co-op to join our team for a dynamic and hands‑on internship experience. This role is ideal for engineering students (computer, electrical, or software/firmware) who are interested in the technical aspects of medical device development.

You’ll work directly with experienced engineers and consultants on a wide variety of projects including system design support, documentation, testing, and even client‑facing activities like proposal development and client meetings. This is an excellent opportunity to gain real‑world experience in themed medical device industry while building both technical skills and business acumen. DHS is flexible in accommodating academic schedules and is looking for candidates that are able to start immediately.

This is a full‑time, on‑site Electrical Engineering Co‑op position based in Andover, MA. The individual will contribute to product development by assisting in electrical design, testing, and troubleshooting of medical devices. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross‑functional teams, performing experimental setups for electrical systems, analyzing test data, and preparing technical documentation to meet quality and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the characterization and test of electrical issues via hands‑on debugging
• Support hands‑on engineering activities such as soldering, wiring, cable creation, and prototype development
• Utilize Altium to design boards, draft schematics, and decide layout and routing
• Participate in design reviews and verification/validation efforts
• Collaborate with engineers to review datasheets, perform research, and assist with part/component evaluations

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Electrical Engineering principles and basic knowledge of electrical systems and interest in medical device development.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Experience with Altium designer schematic creation, PCB design, and layout/routing.
• Detail‑oriented with strong communication skills and documentation abilities
• Familiarity with electrical engineering tools (e.g., software like C, and measurement equipment like oscilloscopes and multimeters)
• Ability to meet deadlines, work in a team setting, and adhere to compliance and regulatory standards.

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to real‑world medical device projects
• Mentorship from industry experts in engineering, and electrical systems
• Practical experience with FDA regulations, ISO standards, and product development lifecycles
• A meaningful chance to impact medical technologies that improve patient lives