Co-op, Mechanical Lifecycle Engineering (Medical Devices)

Location: Onsite in Acton, Massachusetts, United States. Position dates: January 11, 2027–June 30, 2027. Up to 5% travel to local suppliers.

Annual base salary: $25.00–$34.00. Incentive compensation may also be available.

Company

hirify.global is a medical device company developing the Omnipod platform for insulin delivery and other subcutaneous drug delivery applications.

What you will do

• Work with manufacturing, process, design, mechanical, and electrical engineering teams on lifecycle and process improvement projects.
• Use lab equipment such as Instron systems, pressure transducers, optical measurement equipment, and high-speed cameras for root cause analysis.
• Design test procedures and 3D-printed fixtures, perform custom tests, and analyze data for tool qualifications and design enhancements.
• Lead at least one root cause investigation or process improvement initiative.
• Automate and standardize internal workflows using applicable software skills, including VBA.
• Support engineering change orders, supplier qualification, manufacturing capacity improvements, and product design enhancements.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate mechanical, industrial, or bioengineering program.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Mechanical aptitude, hands-on approach, and strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis, CAD software, documentation, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to perform lab testing and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Nice to have

• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Experience with plastic injection molding, metal stamping, or automated assembly.

Culture & Benefits

• Hands-on exposure to state-of-the-art manufacturing in Acton and international manufacturing operations in China.
• Professional development support with manager-guided learning outcomes.
• Medical insurance, holiday pay, sick time off, and employee wellness programs.
• Opportunity to learn about the medical device industry and collaborate with cross-functional teams.