Mechanical Automation Co-op — Hybrid (Spring 2027)

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc (US); Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free 24/7 onsite gym access

Subsidized commuter benefits

Provided meals—free breakfast daily!

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc. in Boston is offering a 6‑month co‑op for students pursuing Mechanical or Industrial Engineering. You will join the Automating Machinery & Processes team to design mechanisms, robotics, and automated equipment, helping scale therapies and improve manufacturing reliability.

Expected to work full‑time January through June 2027, with hybrid or on-site options at the Boston/Providence sites. Enrolled students with strong Solidworks and GD&T skills will thrive.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in undergraduate or graduate program in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• Legal US work authorization.
• Available to work full-time January–June 2027.

Responsibilities

• Support design of mechanisms, robotics, and automated equipment.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to improve manufacturing reliability.
• Assist in creating 3D models, drawings, and BOMs.
• Contribute to design for manufacturability and quality.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Solidworks

GD&T

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Mechanical/Industrial Eng student

Tools

Solidworks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc. in Boston is offering a 6‑month co‑op for students pursuing Mechanical or Industrial Engineering. You will join the Automating Machinery & Processes team to design mechanisms, robotics, and automated equipment, helping scale therapies and improve manufacturing reliability.

Expected to work full‑time January through June 2027, with hybrid or on-site options at the Boston/Providence sites. Enrolled students with strong Solidworks and GD&T skills will thrive.