Internship - Mechanical Engineer
Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences,diagnosticsand biotechnology? AtBeckmanCoulter Life Sciences, one ofDanahers15+ operating companies, our work saves livesandwereall united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. Youllthrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. Andby harnessingDanahers system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact innovating at the speed of life. At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, we know time is the most criticalfacetin the laboratory today: time to get life-saving therapies to patients faster; reclaiming time by automating tedious manual workflows; and saving time spent addressingerroneousor complex results. We are partners in time and accelerate answers to critical questions through the power of automation. We develop innovations for scientists by scientists, with many of our 3,300+ global colleagues coming from the laboratory. Itsall part of our time-tested approach to bringing meaningful innovations at the speed of life since 1935. Andwerejust beginning.Working together, lets put our time and talents together to advance human health for tomorrow. As an intern, you will join a highly collaborative R&D team developing and supporting analytical instruments that integrate optics, fluidics, electronics, automation, and software to deliver highconfidence scientific insights. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Mechanical & Electromechanical Design Assist with mechanical component and subsystem design, including CAD modeling of assemblies used in prototype instrumentation. Support the design and modeling of test fixtures for validating components and subsystems in lifescience instruments.
Fluidics, Optics & System Integration Contribute to development and refinement of fluidic assemblies, optical components, and small motion mechanisms. Assist with prototype assembly, debugging, and performance characterization during system integration activities.
Testing, Experiments & Data Analysis Execute mechanical, thermal, and fluidic tests on prototypes and existing designs following documented procedures. Acquire and analyze experimental data to evaluate precision, repeatability, and reliability of subsystems.
Documentation & Engineering Support Create and maintain engineering documentation including CAD revisions, test reports, and development notes. Present findings and recommendations to engineering teams and participate in design reviews.
The essential requirements of the job include: Undergraduate student entering final year of a Mechanical Engineering (or related) bachelor's program. Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks or CREO. Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles (statics, dynamics, materials, fluids, thermodynamics, etc.). Demonstrated teamwork, communication skills, and ability to collaborate effectively.
Preferred Qualifications Handson experience with prototyping, machining, 3D printing, or assembly. Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, or similar tools for data acquisition and analysis. Exposure to optics, microfluidics, sensors/actuators, or lab automation. Experience documenting engineering work in structured formats (drawings, test logs, reports). Familiarity with Biological Lab safety expectations and basic equipment (microscope, centrifuges, pipettes)
What Youll Gain Direct involvement in real R&D projects with measurable impact. Skill development in mechanical design, testing methodologies, and multidisciplinary instrumentation engineering. Mentorship from experienced engineers and opportunities to present technical work. Exposure to cuttingedge lifescience tools used worldwide in biologics and bioprocess research.
Details Duration: 1216 weeks Schedule: Fulltime Work Location: Beckman Coulter Life Sciences R&D organization - Loveland, CO Compensation: Competitive, based on experience and academic level
Join our winning team today. Together, well accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrows science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. For more information, visit www.danaher.com. Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The U.S. EEO posters are available here. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact:1-202-419-7762 or applyassistance@danaher.com.
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