2027 Future Talent Program - 3DT Materials & Process Co-op (3D Printing)

Location: West Point, Pennsylvania, United States of America; primarily onsite with attendance expected 4–5 days per week.

Salary range: $39,908–$111,111 per year.

Company

hirify.global is a pharmaceutical manufacturer developing medicines, vaccines, specialty products, and animal health solutions.

What you will do

• Qualify new 3D printers and related equipment, including FDM, SLA, and injection molding equipment, and define processing conditions for quality control.
• Analyze print failures, equipment failures, and part defects to identify root causes and improve Go-No-Go inspections and automated quality checks.
• Identify workflow improvements across laboratory development, operations, and 3D printing production.
• Conduct research into 3D printing for injection molding, tablets or pills, and wetted-path components for bioprocessing.
• Use material characterization and imaging equipment to understand defects and improve processes.
• Support post-processing, assembly, cleanroom part preparation, and occasional outreach events while collaborating with pharmaceutical departments.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Currently enrolled in an academic program and returning to university after the co-op to complete graduation credit requirements.
• Available for full-time employment for 4–6 months from April 2027 through September 2027.
• Knowledge of some of the following: X-ray computed tomography, optical microscopy, hardness testing, and tensile testing.
• Hands-on experience with 3D printers, including CAD, slicing, printing, or printer repair.
• Knowledge of 3D CAD and good documentation skills.
• The role is most likely suited to a second- or third-cycle co-op student.

Culture & Benefits

• Fixed-term Future Talent Program co-op lasting up to six months and including one or more projects.
• Collaborative, inclusive environment focused on mutual respect, teamwork, innovation, and professional development.
• Opportunity to collaborate with international colleagues across 3D technologies, DevOps, quality, and pharmaceutical functions.
• No travel required; relocation is not provided.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.