Engineering Intern - Medical Devices & Process Improvement

Quest Medical Inc.; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordson MEDICAL is seeking an enthusiastic team member pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in engineering to support manufacturing, validation, and process improvement activities. You will collaborate with engineers on ECOs, data analysis, and Lean/Six Sigma initiatives in a regulated medical device environment.

The role offers exposure to IQ/OQ/PQ protocols, design for manufacturability input, and documentation support, with emphasis on quality and regulatory standards such as FDA QSR and ISO 13485.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Biomedical Engineering, or related field.
• Previous internship, co-op, or project experience in regulated manufacturing or medical device environment is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office; SolidWorks or CAD exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sustaining manufacturing processes by supporting troubleshooting, documentation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Support execution of validation and qualification protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) for equipment, processes, and design changes.
• Collaborate with engineers to identify and implement process improvements that enhance safety, quality, and throughput.
• Participate in ECO documentation, test execution, and implementation activities.
• Help analyze production data, perform basic statistical analysis, and summarize findings in reports.
• Observe and participate in root cause analysis activities and nonconformance investigations.
• Learn and apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute DFM input under guidance.
• Assist in drafting technical documents, validation plans, and troubleshooting guides.
• Learn quality and regulatory standards applicable to medical devices, including FDA QSR and ISO 13485.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

MS Office

CAD exposure

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree (pursuing)

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Nordson MEDICAL is seeking an enthusiastic team member pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in engineering to support manufacturing, validation, and process improvement activities. You will collaborate with engineers on ECOs, data analysis, and Lean/Six Sigma initiatives in a regulated medical device environment.

The role offers exposure to IQ/OQ/PQ protocols, design for manufacturability input, and documentation support, with emphasis on quality and regulatory standards such as FDA QSR and ISO 13485.