Test Engineering Co-op

Position Summary

The Test Engineering Co-op will assist the Engineering and Test teams as assigned in efforts that support either development, testing or administrative needs associated with current projects in the Acute Care Business Unit.  This co-op will report to an engineer on the Test team, but will work with members of sustaining, product development, lab technician, and design teams as assigned.  Project work will be under close supervision and may be done under non-disclosure agreement.

Co-op Duration: January - May 2027

Location: Morrisville, NC

Work Arrangement: On-site, Monday - Friday

Hours per week: 40 hours

Principal Responsibilities

• Perform R&D and Test Engineering daily functions to support the Acute Care Business Unit under the direction of the Test Engineering team.


• Develop and execute test methods, protocols, and fixtures to support product development, verification, and validation activities.


• Conduct lab feasibility testing and verification testing on acute care products.


• Collaborate with R&D and Test Engineering teams to define, develop, and validate new and modified test methods (TMV’s).


• Assists in developing equipment specifications and procuring test equipment. Generates equipment installation protocols, reports, test procedures, and work instructions for new equipment operation.


• Develops and implements new test fixtures and equipment for the lab.


• Work with a diverse team of quality, regulatory, procurement, manufacturing and others both domestically and globally.


• Write reports and create presentations on work completed.


• Understand and assist other team members in data analysis, accounts, clinical education opportunities, etc.


• Demonstrate professional responsibilities by cooperating with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations, interdepartmental objectives, and departmental goals and objectives.


• Maintain compliance with principles of accepted employee conduct as identified in the Teleflex Code of Ethics and as specified in departmental policies and procedures.

Education / Experience Requirements

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a two/four-year degree in mechanical, biomedical, or any related engineering field. 


• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.


• One year of medical device or other related design experience is a major plus.

Specialized Skills / Other Requirements

• 3D CAD experience – SolidWorks preferred.


• Strong interpersonal skills, team player and ability to communicate effectively.


• One year of medical device or other related design experience a plus.


• Injection molding, plastic extrusion and plastic part assembly process and methods preferred.


• Knowledge of engineering fundamentals and the Microsoft Office Suite.


• Strong communication (written, verbal, presentation) and analytical (data, particularly via use of Excel and/or  Minitab).


• Demonstrated creativity and ingenuity in applying engineering principles and practices.


• Organize, evaluate, and coordinate engineering studies with professional, technical, and clerical staff of a product evaluation department.


• Analyze complex, technical and administrative problems and adopt an effective course of action.


• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.


• Prepare clear and concise statements and reports.


• Demonstrate professional responsibilities by cooperating with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations.


• Willingness to learn about Teleflex Inc. products, medical device industry and working in a FDA regulated industry.