Systems Engineer Co-Op- Spring 2027

DEKA Research and Development is seeking a Systems Engineer Co-Op to support biomedical product development in a dynamic research and development environment. The role involves troubleshooting, root cause investigation, bench testing, systems architecture, risk management, systems documentation, and support for clinical trial planning and execution.

What you'll do:

• 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

What they're looking for:

• 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
• 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
• 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
• Experience with hands on projects preferred