System Engineering Co-op

bioMérieux; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Retirement plan with employer match

Wellness programs

Commuter benefits

Parental leaves

Job summary

BioMérieux is seeking a System Engineering Co‑op in Missouri. You will work with the Systems Engineering team on development, testing, and verification of medical instrumentation for in‑vitro diagnostics.

You will learn BioMérieux Design Control and quality procedures while collaborating with fellow engineers and mentors, including the Director and Senior engineers. The 8–12 month assignment offers project exposure and formal co‑op credit.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in BS or MS program in Systems, Biomedical, Electrical, or Mechanical engineering.
• Must be in a participating university's formal Co‑op program to receive credit.
• Enrollment in WashU or Mizzou co‑op required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Systems Engineering in medical instrumentation research, design, development, and testing.
• Create and execute verification tests; troubleshoot and evaluate instrument issues.
• Learn and follow BioMérieux Design Control process for US and international requirements.
• Ensure work complies with quality procedures and standards.
• Collaborate with team members across system development.

Skills

Communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Ethics

Open/honest

Education

BS/MS in related engineering

Co‑op enrollment

WashU/Mizzou enrollment

Job description

Description

Position Summary

The System Engineering Co-op student will work alongside, and in support of the Systems Engineering team. The system engineering team is a diverse, collaborative group working on the support and/or development of medical devices used to automate in-vitro diagnostic testing usually found in a microbiology laboratory. The engineering co-op student will be supervised by and mentored by the Director, Manager, and Senior engineers within the System Engineering team and the role will include a significant amount of interaction and collaboration with other system development team members.

Primary Duties

• The co-op student will obtain basic knowledge related to medical instrumentation research, design, development, and testing. Candidates will be expected to have general engineering knowledge including the use of standard engineering practices.
• This position will include creation and execution of verification tests, troubleshooting, diagnosing, and evaluating instrument and system issues and design alternatives.
• The co-op student will be given the opportunity to acquire knowledge and understanding of the bioMérieux Design Control process that addresses US and international regulatory requirements, as well as internal Quality requirements.
• Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education, Training and Experience

• Must be currently enrolled in a BS or MS Program in a related Systems, Biomedical, Electrical, or Mechanical engineering program and completed 1 full year
• To qualify for this Co-Op position, candidates must be actively enrolled in a participating university's formal Co-Op Program and meet all university requirements necessary to receive academic co-op credit. This includes enrollment in any required co-op course, program, or approval process established by the university. Students are responsible for maintaining eligibility and obtaining all required university approvals throughout the duration of the assignment.
• Must be enrolled in a formal cooperative education (co-op) program at Washington University in St. Louis (WashU) or the University of Missouri (Mizzou).

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Acting with Honor and Being Open
• Communicating Effectively
• Consistently upholds and reflects the core ethical principles and values that bioMérieux promotes
• Effective verbal communication skills
• Written Communication – including the ability to communicate technical data in written form

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in stationary position, either sitting or standing, for prolonged periods
• Ability to operate a PC, phone, and other devices
• Ability to see PC screen clearly, and to read fine print
• 8-12 month assignment with some flexibility

The wage for this role based in Missouri is $23.00/hour. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bioMerieux’s bonus program. This range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country given differences in cost of living. Actual compensation within this range is determined based on the successful candidate’s experience and will be presented in writing at the time of the offer.

In addition, bioMérieux offers a competitive Total Rewards package that may include:

• A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options
• Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match.
• Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Various voluntary benefit offerings
• Discount programs
• Parental leaves

BioMérieux Inc. and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Please be advised that the receipt of satisfactory responses to reference requests and the provision of satisfactory proof of an applicant’s identity and legal authorization to work in the United States are required of all new hires. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission may result in the failure to receive an offer, the retraction of an offer, or if already hired, dismissal. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation in BioMérieux’s or its affiliates’ application process by contacting us via telephone at [phone], by email at [email protected], or by dialing 711 for access to Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS).