Manufacturing Engineering Internship

Cordis

Posted 16 days ago

Internship

Irvine, California

In Person

Smart Summary

The intern will support daily production operations, troubleshoot process issues under supervision, and assist with line balancing and capacity improvement activities. Key duties also involve supporting continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

We are seeking a motivated student currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Biomedical, or Manufacturing Engineering (Junior or Senior preferred). The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of manufacturing processes, strong problem-solving skills, and excellent communication abilities to support manufacturing engineering in a regulated environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Production Support

Process Improvement

Data Collection

Root Cause Investigation

Lean Manufacturing

Documentation

Process Validation

Equipment Qualification

Cross Functional Collaboration

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention To Detail

Organizational Skills

Job Description

Overview

Selution, in partnership with Cordis, specializes in the development of ground-breaking technology and commercialization of advanced drug device combination products for the treatment of coronary and peripheral artery disease. Our mission is to revolutionize healthcare by creating next-generation solutions that address unmet and critical medical needs.


Responsibilities

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Summer Intern to support the Manufacturing Engineering team within a regulated medical device manufacturing environment. This role provides hands-on exposure to production processes, continuous improvement initiatives, and engineering documentation that directly support safe and effective medical devices.

The intern will work closely with Manufacturing Engineers, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain to support daily production activities and improvement projects. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in a highly regulated industry.

Key Responsibilities

Production Support

  • Assist Manufacturing Engineers in supporting daily production operations.
  • Help troubleshoot process issues on the manufacturing floor under supervision.
  • Support line balancing, workflow analysis, and capacity improvement activities.
  • Participate in root cause investigations for nonconformances and process deviations.

Process Improvement

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
  • Assist in data collection, analysis, and reporting of manufacturing metrics.
  • Contribute to Lean Manufacturing activities such as 5S, standard work, and waste reduction projects.
  • Help develop and update process maps and work instructions.

Documentation and Compliance

  • Assist with creation and revision of manufacturing documentation including work instructions, process validation protocols, and engineering change documentation.
  • Support engineering change orders and document control activities.
  • Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, ISO standards, and internal quality system requirements.

Validation and Engineering Projects

  • Support equipment qualification and process validation activities under guidance.
  • Assist in protocol execution, data collection, and report preparation.
  • Participate in small scale engineering projects with defined scope and timeline.

Cross Functional Collaboration

  • Work with Quality Engineering to support CAPA and nonconformance investigations.
  • Collaborate with Production Supervisors and Operators to understand process challenges.
  • Present project updates and final results to the Manufacturing Engineering team.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Education

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
  • Junior or Senior standing preferred.

Technical Skills

  • Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering principles.
  • Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Excel or Minitab preferred.
  • Exposure to Lean Manufacturing concepts is a plus.
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

Soft Skills

  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work independently and within cross functional teams.
  • High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Eagerness to learn in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

  • Combination of office and manufacturing floor environment.
  • Requires adherence to cleanrooms or controlled environment protocols as applicable.
  • Use of personal protective equipment as required.

What You Will Gain

  • Exposure to medical device manufacturing under FDA and ISO regulations.
  • Practical experience in process improvement and validation activities.
  • Mentorship from experienced Manufacturing Engineers.
  • Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that impact patient safety.

Additional Information 

  • Must be able to work on-site in an R&D lab environment as required 

Pay / Compensation
The expected pre-tax pay rate for this position is $28 per hour.

Cordis

From the first guidewire to the first drug eluting stent, for over 60 years Cordis has remained at the heart of cardiovascular innovation. Cordis is again at the forefront of transformation in the cardiovascular space, leveraging internal development, partnership with the CordisX innovation incubator and targeted acquisitions of industry-disrupting technology. These innovations, brought to market with the strength of Cordis’ global footprint and operations, seek to transform the interventional space through enhanced clinical outcomes, customer-centric services, and impactful educational platforms – doubling-down on our commitment to the interventional community. Cordis will Go Beyond, to relentlessly pursue our dedication to transform cardiovascular care. This channel shares content only for Health care professionals (HCPs)

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