Engineering Co-Op

Job Description

Job Description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

At AirLife, we are dedicated to improving the quality of every breath. Excellence with Every Breath is not just a tag line, but the way we work and take care of our customers. With a mindset to evolve, innovate, and grow, we are a premier manufacturer of the highest-quality and market-leading breathing consumables. This growth philosophy has positioned us to increase our global footprint and business reach, impacting even more people around the world. Our expanding family of the most trusted brands offers a product portfolio that spans the continuum of care from first responder to home care, with safety, patient comfort, and clinical performance in mind. Collective expertise allows us to provide quality products and experiences to our patients, customers, and our people. Our values of Customer first, Differentiate with our People, Bias for Action, Continuous Improvement and Accountability define who we are and how we work. Join us!

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the support of engineering tasks related to improvements to existing products, engineering changes, product testing, and product line extensions.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

The specific minimum competencies needed to perform the essential duties of the job include knowledge, skills, abilities, level of education, and experience necessary for successful performance. These competencies are generally demonstrated through specific service, education, or training.

Knowledge : (Acquired through education, certifications, training, experience.)

The ideal candidate for this position will have knowledge of the design and development processes used for medical devices. Experience with manufacturing processes for plastic components such as injection molding knowledge is preferable.

Skills & Abilities : The candidate will have the ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply those concepts to practical situations, proficiency with standard computer software. Knowledge of CAD software is required, and experience with Solidworks is desired.

Level of Experience : A junior or senior year college level in an applicable engineering study is required for this engineering intern position. Experience in a medical device, pharmaceutical, or plastics manufacturing facility is a plus.

Level of Education : The position requires the candidate to at least be in their junior or senior year of studies towards a bachelor’s degree in an applicable engineering field.

Travel : The amount of time required for this position will depend on specific project requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The core tasks, duties, and responsibilities that must be performed on the job.

• Support the coordination, preparation, and testing of products for the preparation of Device Master Records (DMR’s).
• Support any activities related to validation documents per FDA guidelines.
• Support product improvement projects to achieve project timelines.
• Perform and complete engineering product prototyping and testing.
• Assist in maintaining Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and ISO Compliance.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

QUALITY AND DEIA

At AirLife, Quality is our promise. It is our commitment to customer satisfaction and our dedication to product excellence in an evolving global healthcare market. This promise is kept through a continuously improving and effective Quality Management System and compliance to Regulatory Requirements.

DEIA STATEMENT

At AirLife, we are committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities and customers we serve. We believe our philosophy on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Advancement (DEIA) encourages excellence and equips us to serve an evolving global marketplace.