Co-op, Mechanical Engineer (Medical Devices)

Location: Acton, Massachusetts; onsite. Position dates: January 11, 2027–June 30, 2027. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer-based visa sponsorship.

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

Company

hirify.global is a medical device company developing disposable, wearable electromechanical devices, including the Omnipod insulin management platform and related drug-delivery technologies.

What you will do

• Support the design, development, specification, and implementation of automated equipment for assembly and packaging processes.
• Assist with mechanical design of equipment and fixtures using CAD, with SolidWorks preferred.
• Support prototyping, testing, troubleshooting, documentation, equipment builds, debugging, and optimization.
• Provide engineering support to manufacturing operations and help resolve mechanical or automation-related issues.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, obsolescence programs, technology transfers, and new product development.
• Participate in equipment acceptance and validation activities, including FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, and PQ, with mentorship.

Requirements

• Currently studying for a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a similar field.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems, including pneumatics, linkages, actuators, and motion control.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD modeling; SolidWorks is preferred.
• Basic analytical and problem-solving skills, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to collaborate with manufacturing, quality, controls engineering, suppliers, and other technical groups.
• Ability to use common computer tools, including word processing, spreadsheet, and web-based applications.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and collaborate effectively across functions.
• Ability to lift objects weighing more than 40 lb when required.
• Ability to learn and apply safety, quality, and regulatory standards for automated equipment and medical device manufacturing.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative work with manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, controls, metrology, quality, suppliers, and other technical groups.
• Medical insurance, holiday pay, and sick time off.
• Additional employee wellness programs.