R&D Engineering Co-op (Summer - Fall)

Acist Medical Systems Inc.; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off – safe and sick time

Medical benefit options

Structured on-the-job learning

Job summary

You will gain hands-on experience with test equipment, literature review, and reporting while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role emphasizes medical device development, standards, and structured on‑the‑job learning over May 2027 to December 2027.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of engineering and mechanical design principles.
• Knowledge of data acquisition and study design.
• Mechanical or electrical lab testing experience.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support principal engineer on active jobs.
• Complete assigned research projects.
• Test fixture fabrication.
• Test execution and data collection.
• Reporting; technical reports, manuscripts, abstracts, posters.
• Training to be Provided.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Verbal & written communication

Engineering principles

Data acquisition

Lab testing experience

Priority management

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, or related field

2+ years toward bachelor's degree

Job description

Why Join Bracco Medical Technologies?

We care as much about our employees as we do our patients. Our culture fosters a work environment where employees can thrive, be passionate and have fun along the way. Each member of the Bracco Medical Technologies team has the power to make a difference......every day!

Company Overview At Bracco Medical Technologies, every employee has an impact on our Mission to empower lifesaving decisions. We create medical devices that give healthcare providers the insights they need to confidently and safely diagnose patients. Our unique line of products includes Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS), Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR), Cardiovascular Imaging contrast delivery (CVi), and CT and MRI contrast delivery systems. As part of the Bracco Group, Bracco Medical Technologies benefits from the resources of a multinational conglomerate with broad expertise in cath lab and radiology suite technology and a dedication to continuous advancement.

We are currently seeking intern/co-op candidates to learn with us as they engage in a variety of hands‑on projects alongside our high‑performing and authentic R&D team.

Position Summary

The Research and Development Engineering Co‑op role is aimed at developing the skills of engineers and researchers in the field of medical device development. The goal of the program is to provide a structure where participants are introduced to the equipment, methods, and concepts of interventional cardiology, clinical outcomes, and device design/development. The student will report directly to the Cardiovascular System Engineering group manager and work with the Research Engineering Team on characterization methods, basic technology research, prototype development, and group brainstorming/problem‑solving session related to medical devices used by interventional cardiologists and radiologists. Projects may make use of skills including using state‑of‑the‑art test equipment, researching scientific and clinical literature, executing testing, preparing reports, architecting, and prototyping medical devices.

Interns will develop knowledge and experience in the following:

• Medical Device design and development including design inputs, verification, quality documentation
• System Engineering Concepts
• International Standards and Regulations
• Requirement Management Tools
• Concepts of Data Acquisition
• Statistical Analysis and Hypothesis Testing

Responsibilities:

• Support principal engineer on active jobs
• Complete assigned research projects
• Test fixture fabrication
• Test execution and data collection
• Reporting; technical reports, manuscripts, abstracts, posters
• Training to be Provided

Students will be exposed to working with various operations and product support departments within Bracco Medical Technologies (BMT). They will learn key requirements that need to be followed in a regulated environment such as the medical device industry. Training may cover relevant aspects of medical device development procedures, along with more specific aspects related to BMT products. Additionally, our interns and co‑ops benefit from a buddy program, career development programming, and opportunities to build their professional networks virtually and in‑person with BMT professionals.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Currently pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, or closely related field (Only candidates with at least 2 years of study toward a bachelor's will be considered)
• Preferred Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of principles of engineering and mechanical design
• Knowledge of principles of data acquisition and study design
• Mechanical or electrical lab testing experience.
• Ability to establish clear priorities and multi‑task in a high‑volume setting responsive to externally generated deadlines.

Term/Hours

Term: May 2027 to December 2027

Hours: 40 hours per week

Job Location

Eden Prairie, Minnesota (no relocation or housing assistance available)

Compensation & Total Rewards

Estimated Pay Range: $23.00 – $25.00/hour *Estimated Starting Pay Range is reflective of the range Bracco Medical Technologies reasonably expects to pay for the position. The range provided is based on compensation and market data specific to the position.

Total Rewards

• Time off – We provide safe and sick time to help you take time for yourself when needed.
• Live well – We offer medical benefit options to help protect you along the way.
• Evolve – Through structured on‑the‑job learning, workshops, and networking events, you'll find many opportunities to grow, personally and professionally.

To learn more about Bracco Medical Technologies, please visit our website at: https://careers.braccomedtech.com.

Bracco Medical Technologies is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Improve people's lives by shaping the future of prevention and precision imaging.

This is our purpose.

Our work impacts millions of people all over the world.

Not least the more than 4,000 Bracco colleagues who work to improve lives every single day.

That is quite a responsibility and something we proudly embrace.

We are the Bracco Group!