R&D Engineering Co-op

Lawrence, KS - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 20 - 30

Posted on: 27 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

This is a full time 6-month Co-op starting in January 2026 ending in June 2026.

INVENT. IMPROVE. INSPIRE.

Fresenius Medical Care a global leader in renal care offers a product portfolio under the NxStage brand which represents a suite of innovative medical technologies. We are not your typical medical products company. Our team of dedicated professionals is united by a shared commitment to revolutionizing renal care through simple innovative therapeutic solutions that enhance the lives of patients caregivers and society at large. We are focused on driving innovation education and advocacy to redefine renal partnership with our customers patients industry partners and governmental agenci es we aim to realize a future where renal care is better simpler and more accessible.

Position Summary:

The Co-ops support product or process development activities related to the design research and manufacturing of Fresenius Medical Cares Home Hemodialysis and Critical Care NxStage product portfolio. As part of the R&D team the Co-ops will participate in testing design building samples and other activities required by the project -ops in this role will gain opportunities to work more independently and take on additional responsibilities within their teams. Depending on the project Co-ops may be involved with system engineering hardware mechanical engineering or disposables engineering.

Core Responsibilities:

Participate in design or development of new medical equipment or disposables and/or upgrades to existing products

Assist with major projects or phases of projects to resolve advanced and complex technical problems

Ensure all design activities conform to design controls; and that all analysis design and testing activities are properly documented

Participate in activities to ensure design and process shortcomings are identified and appropriately addressed

Assist the product development team in the adoption and use of best practices and design methodologies

Debug and develop reliability improvements for existing products and products under development.

Provide technical support for product engineering design development integration test and evaluation

Investigate the feasibility of new projects systems or approaches

Learn about and work in ways that are compliant with internal and external standards good manufacturing practices and quality system regulations

Requirements:

Candidate for BS or MS in Mechanical Industrial Plastics Electrical or Biomedical Engineering

Intermediate knowledge of CAD and Technical Drawing creation

Basic understanding of product and process development of medical devices or similar product experience is desired

Prior relevant work experience is preferred such as working in an FDA defense industry or ISO regulated environment

Understanding of aspects of system design electronics mechanical and software integration or manufacturing processes is beneficial

Prior experience designing for rapid prototyping as well as traditional manufacturing techniques desired

Has a constructive approach to teamwork and collaboration

Demonstrated interest in medical device or pharmaceutical industries

Excellent technical communication skills and attention to detail including creating and editing technical procedures protocols and reports

Commitment to performing all tasks with quality and integrity

The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidates work location and qualifications including relevant education work experience skills and competencies.

Hourly Rate: $20.00 - $30.00 for Lawrence MA location

EOE disability/veterans

This is a full time 6-month Co-op starting in January 2026 ending in June 2026.INVENT. IMPROVE. INSPIRE.Fresenius Medical Care a global leader in renal care offers a product portfolio under the NxStage brand which represents a suite of innovative medical technologies. We are not your typical medical...