Biomedical Mechanical Engineering Internship

Description About Us Founded in 1908, Merz is a successful, family-owned specialty healthcare company with a rich history. As a leading global aesthetics business, our award-winning portfolio of injectables, devices, and skincare products empowers healthcare professionals to enhance confidence through aesthetic medicine. Our purpose is to fuel confidence by helping people look better, feel better, and live better. We believe you do not have to choose between living life and making a living. Live your best life with Merz Aesthetics A Brief Overview A Biomedical Mechanical Engineering Intern assists with designing, testing, and improving medical devices by applying mechanical principles, using CAD software, building prototypes, analyzing data from experiments, ensuring regulatory compliance ( FDA /GMP), and supporting R&D teams, offering hands-on experience in blending healthcare needs with mechanical engineering solutions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Design & Development : Help design and modify medical devices, instruments, or equipment using CAD software and mathematical models, focusing on mechanical aspects. Prototyping : Build, test, and evaluate prototypes, troubleshooting design issues for functionality and feasibility. Testing & Validation : Conduct experiments, analyze test data, and help develop test methods to ensure product safety and effectiveness. Research : Support research into biological systems and clinical problems, gathering information through studies and data analysis. Regulatory Compliance : Learn about and assist with adhering to quality standards (like GMP) and regulatory requirements for medical devices. Technical Support : Assist with maintaining and troubleshooting biomedical equipment in clinical or lab settings. Collaboration : Work with senior engineers, scientists, and clinical staff to develop innovative solutions. Minimum Qualifications Enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering (or related) program, ideally with biomedical coursework. Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and data analysis tools. Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills. Understanding of mechanical principles and how they apply to biological systems. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Education Requirements : Rising junior/senior or recently graduated from an accredited undergraduate program in Business, Marketing, or a related field