Co-op, Mechanical Engineer: January-June 2027 (Onsite)

Job Summary

Co-op, Mechanical Engineer: January-June 2027 (Onsite)

Job Description

Position Dates: January 11, 2027 – June 30, 2027Position Overview:

Insulet is the world’s leading manufacturer of high-volume, disposable, electromechanical, wearable medical devices. As a Co-Op Mechanical Engineer in the Global Equipment Engineering Group, the candidate will support the design, development, and improvement of automated manufacturing equipment used in high ‑volume production of wearable medical devices.

Working under the guidance of senior engineers, you will contribute to projects involving assembly automation, packaging equipment, continuous improvement, and new product introduction. The candidate will also collaborate with internal customers and external vendors to specify, procure, and install new manufacturing equipment in accordance with business needs.

The candidate will work in a collaborative team environment with manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, controls, metrology, quality, and component supplier engineering. Responsibilities include working with cross-functional teams and / or strategic partners and supporting project execution. This role is ideal for a highly motivated students studying Mechanical Engineering (or similar degree) with strong mechanical aptitude, ‑hands-on problem‑ solving‑ ability, and interest in automated systems and machine design.

Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate will primarily focus on the design, development, specification, and implementation of automated equipment for assembly and packaging processes. In addition, continuous improvement efforts, obsolescence programs, technology transfers and new product development may also be exercised in support of business objectives.

Important job qualifications include:

• Assist in the mechanical design of automated equipment and fixtures using CAD (SolidWorks preferred).
• Support machine development activities including prototyping, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation.
• Participate in equipment builds, debugging, and optimization alongside senior engineers and equipment suppliers.
• Provide engineering support to current manufacturing operations, helping diagnose and resolve mechanical or automation‑related issues.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance, reliability, and efficiency.
• Participate in equipment acceptance activities (e.g., FAT, SAT) and validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) with appropriate mentorship.
• Work collaboratively with manufacturing, quality, controls engineering, suppliers, and other technical groups.
• Contribute to engineering documentation including drawings, specifications, change orders, and test reports.