Test Engineering Co-op

Location: Morrisville, NC, US

Expected Travel: None

Requisition ID: 14544

About Teleflex Incorporated

As a global provider of medical technologies, Teleflex is driven by our purpose to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. Through our vision to become the most trusted partner in healthcare, we offer a diverse portfolio with solutions in the therapy areas of anesthesia, emergency medicine, interventional cardiology and radiology, surgical, vascular access, and urology. We believe that the potential of great people, purpose-driven innovation, and world-class products can shape the future direction of healthcare.

Teleflex is the home of Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, LMA™, Pilling™, QuikClot™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.

At Teleflex, we are empowering the future of healthcare.  For more information, please visit teleflex.com.

Acute Care - The Acute Care division of Teleflex is dedicated to empowering healthcare professionals with industry-trusted devices that advance the practice of anesthesia and respiratory care. Our portfolio includes LMA™ Airways, Rüsch™ Laryngoscopes, Rüsch™ and Sheridan™ Endotracheal Tubes, and Arrow™ Pain Management—products designed to provide reliability, performance, and clinical value. Built on a foundation of quality and innovation, our solutions support clinicians across a wide range of care settings, including emergency prehospital environments, hospitals, and procedural settings. Each product is developed with a focus on patient safety, ease of use, and consistency, helping providers respond effectively to evolving clinical demands. Join a dynamic, growing team that offers healthcare providers advanced medical technology solutions that make a difference in patients' lives.

Position Summary

The Test Engineering Co-op will assist the Engineering and Test teams as assigned in efforts that support either development, testing or administrative needs associated with current projects in the Acute Care Business Unit.  This co-op will report to an engineer on the Test team, but will work with members of sustaining, product development, lab technician, and design teams as assigned.  Project work will be under close supervision and may be done under non-disclosure agreement.

Co-op Duration: January - May 2027

Location: Morrisville, NC

Work Arrangement: On-site, Monday - Friday

Hours per week: 40 hours

Principal Responsibilities

Perform R&D and Test Engineering daily functions to support the Acute Care Business Unit under the direction of the Test Engineering team.

Develop and execute test methods, protocols, and fixtures to support product development, verification, and validation activities.

Conduct lab feasibility testing and verification testing on acute care products.

Collaborate with R&D and Test Engineering teams to define, develop, and validate new and modified test methods (TMV’s).

Assists in developing equipment specifications and procuring test equipment. Generates equipment installation protocols, reports, test procedures, and work instructions for new equipment operation.

Develops and implements new test fixtures and equipment for the lab.

Work with a diverse team of quality, regulatory, procurement, manufacturing and others both domestically and globally.

Write reports and create presentations on work completed.

Understand and assist other team members in data analysis, accounts, clinical education opportunities, etc.

Demonstrate professional responsibilities by cooperating with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations, interdepartmental objectives, and departmental goals and objectives.

Maintain compliance with principles of accepted employee conduct as identified in the Teleflex Code of Ethics and as specified in departmental policies and procedures.

Education / Experience Requirements

Currently enrolled and pursuing a two/four-year degree in mechanical, biomedical, or any related engineering field.

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.

One year of medical device or other related design experience is a major plus.

Specialized Skills / Other Requirements

3D CAD experience – SolidWorks preferred.

Strong interpersonal skills, team player and ability to communicate effectively.

One year of medical device or other related design experience a plus.

Injection molding, plastic extrusion and plastic part assembly process and methods preferred.

Knowledge of engineering fundamentals and the Microsoft Office Suite.

Strong communication (written, verbal, presentation) and analytical (data, particularly via use of Excel and/or  Minitab).

Demonstrated creativity and ingenuity in applying engineering principles and practices.

Organize, evaluate, and coordinate engineering studies with professional, technical, and clerical staff of a product evaluation department.

Analyze complex, technical and administrative problems and adopt an effective course of action.

Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Prepare clear and concise statements and reports.

Demonstrate professional responsibilities by cooperating with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations.

Willingness to learn about Teleflex Inc. products, medical device industry and working in a FDA regulated industry.

At Teleflex, we follow a comprehensive hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agency recruiters or 3rd party firms. We do not make unsolicited job offers. We do not ask for money or require equipment purchase up-front.

Teleflex Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. If you require accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at: 877-880-8588 or [email protected].