System Test Engineer Intern

Heartstream; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401k match

HSA

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Heartstream is seeking an Engineering Intern to join our Research & Development team in Bothell, WA, contributing to verification and validation of medical devices. You will work with experienced engineers on test execution, system integration, and troubleshooting to ensure high quality, safety, and performance of our AEDs and monitoring equipment.

This internship runs through December 31, 2026, and involves collaboration across cross-functional teams, laboratory setup, and documentation in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and document results.

Responsibilities

• Execute V&V test protocol procedures and document results, issues, and improvements.
• Perform test protocol dry runs using defined sample sizes to validate procedures.
• Support software and hardware integration testing during product development and release cycles.
• Assist with troubleshooting activities, including PCA inspection and solder quality assessments.
• Assemble custom test equipment, tools, and fixtures to support engineering activities.
• Maintain accurate testing records and support documentation requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Laboratory work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Heartstream is building on our 40+ year legacy of growth and innovation in emergency medical technology to continue passionately pursuing our mission of saving lives, lowering the cost of healthcare, and advancing the science of resuscitation while serving the public access AED, EMS, military, and hospital market segments. Heartstream includes leading brands and products like HeartStart AEDs, Intrepid and DFM100 monitor defibrillators, Tempus monitor and Tempus ALS systems, and Corsium and ECI informatics solutions.

Your impact:

As an Engineering Intern within our Research & Development team, you will support the verification and validation (V&V) of innovative medical devices and technologies. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will contribute to test execution, system integration activities, and troubleshooting efforts that help ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance.

This internship will run until December 31 st 2026.

Verification & Validation Support

• Execute V&V test protocol procedures and document results, issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Perform test protocol dry runs using defined sample sizes to validate procedures prior to formal execution.
• Support software and hardware integration testing during product development and release cycles.
• Assist with troubleshooting activities, including PCA inspection, component evaluation, and solder quality assessments.
• Modify devices under test (DUTs) as required for specific testing protocols.
• Assemble custom test equipment, tools, and fixtures to support engineering activities.
• Maintain accurate testing records and support documentation requirements in accordance with quality standards.

Engineering Collaboration

• Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to support product development and verification activities.
• Assist with laboratory setup, equipment preparation, and test readiness activities.
• Provide feedback on testing processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support engineering investigations and root cause analysis activities as required.

During your internship, you will gain:

• Hands‑on experience with medical device verification and validation processes.
• Practical exposure to software and hardware integration workflows within a regulated environment.
• Understanding of test protocol development, execution, and documentation best practices.
• Experience assembling, modifying, and troubleshooting custom test equipment and fixtures.
• Exposure to product development lifecycle processes within the medical technology industry.

Our commitment to collaboration

• Your work will directly improve the quality of emergency medical services and enhance patient safety and survival rates by making high-quality care accessible to more people around the world. As part of a number one provider of therapeutic care solutions, your contribution will help us continue to save more lives every year. With every project, you'll be making a world of difference.
• We believe collaboration is better together than apart. For this office‑based teams, this means working in‑person 5 days per week at our Bothell site.

You’ll thrive in the role if:

• You are currently pursuing or have recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Ideally you have knowledge gained through coursework or projects in:
• Electrical and Electronic Circuits
• Systems and Signals
• Data Analysis and Statistics for Engineers
• Medical Devices, Embedded Systems, or related engineering topics (preferred)
• Your skills include strong analytical thinking, problem‑solving abilities, and attention to detail.
• You are comfortable working in a laboratory or engineering test environment and are eager to learn new technical skills.
• You are organized, able to follow detailed procedures, and capable of accurately documenting test results.
• You possess strong communication skills and enjoy collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.
• You must be able to successfully perform the minimum Physical, Cognitive, and Environmental job requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 to $35.00 per hour. The actual base pay offered may vary depending on multiple factors including, job‑related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.

In addition, other compensation, such as an annual incentive bonus, sales commission or long‑term incentives may be offered. Employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive Heartstreams Total Rewards benefits program, which includes a generous PTO, 401k (up to 7% match), HSA (with company contribution), stock purchase plan, education reimbursement and much more.

At Heartstream, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case.

Heartstream is an Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets and maintains a drug‑free workplace.