Systems Engineer Co-Op-Spring 2027

DEKA Research & Development Corp.; Manchester (NH); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

DEKA Research and Development, located in Manchester, NH, seeks a Systems Engineer Co-Op to gain experience across product development and systems engineering. The role includes hands-on troubleshooting, systems architecture, and risk management in a biomedical R&D environment.

Applicants should be enrolled in an undergraduate Bioengineering, Biomedical, or Mechanical engineering program and be at least 18 years old.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate Bioengineering, Biomedical, or Mechanical engineering program.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Willing to participate in a 6+ month rotation starting January 2027.
• Strong problem-solving and hands-on troubleshooting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in hands-on troubleshooting and bench testing of a medical device.
• Contribute to root cause investigations and systems documentation.
• Support cross-functional teams in plan development and execution of projects.
• Engage in brainstorming and risk management activities with the team.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Organization

Hands-on project experience

Cross-functional teamwork

Wet lab experience

First principles thinking

Written communication

Education

Bioengineering (undergraduate)

Biomedical engineering (undergraduate)

Mechanical engineering (undergraduate)

Job description

DEKA Research and Development, housed in Manchester, NH, has an exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineer Co-Op to work in a dynamic Biomedical Research and Development environment. This Systems Engineer Co-Op will have exposure to several different aspects of product development and systems engineering including hands-on troubleshooting, systems architecture, and risk management.

DEKA offers Co-Ops for full time students* (must be at least 18 years of age). This position is for a 6+ month rotation for the Spring semester starting in January 2027.

How you will make an impact as a Systems Engineer Co-op?

• Work with a small fast-paced group focused on launching a commercial medical device.
• Tasks will be determined based on the experience level of the student and active needs of the team. Examples include device troubleshooting, root cause investigation, bench testing, participating in brainstorming sessions, and systems documentation.
• Support a cross functional team in clinical trial planning and execution.
• Responsibilities will increase as student proves capable.
• Play a significant role in advancing the project.

Skills we are looking for in a Systems Engineer Co-Op:

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate Bioengineering, Biomedical, or Mechanical engineering program. Graduate students will not be considered for this role.
• Passion for high level thinking, working from first principles, and fundamental problem solving.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Organized thinker capable of functioning as an individual contributor with minimal direction.
• Experience with hands on projects preferred. Examples include: wood/metal working, automotive repair, art/performance, etc.
• Appreciation for working with people from all walks of life, including different engineering disciplines, customers, medical staff, and assembly technicians.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be detailed oriented.
• Must have wet lab experience.

About DEKA:

One hour from the beach, Boston, and the mountains, the historic Amoskeag Millyard once housed the largest textile mills in the world. It is now home to DEKA Research and Development, where we are taking the same innovation and cutting-edge technology into the modern age.

Behind DEKA's brick walls sits a team of professionals who strive to make a difference every day through thoughtful engineering, design, and manufacturing. Here at DEKA, some of the most innovative and life-changing products of our time are created, and new ideas are always welcome and explored.

Additional Information:

*Applicants should be aware that short-term housing options in Manchester, NH are limited and that DEKA is not able to assist financially with housing at this time.

Public transportation is available and routes/schedules can be found by visiting the Manchester Transit Authority website, www.mtabus.org.

Please be aware that we try to make sure that our internship opportunities are well defined and will provide a unique experience. We understand that most candidates would like to know if they have a placement as soon as possible, but at DEKA it takes more time than other companies as we review every application that is submitted. We will try to let you know as soon as we can.

*A full time student is defined as being enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits per semester at an undergraduate program, or a minimum of 9 credits per semester for a graduate program.