Summer Engineer Intern

Job Summary

The BioRobotics Lab is a center of excellence for biomechanical testing of biological structures and biomaterials. Our Mission is to establish and advance world class facilities to allow investigators to conduct high quality research of the mechanical properties of existing biological structures and constructs, as well as to quantify the potential for new technologies and clinical advancements.

We are looking for enthusiastic  engineers who are passionate about helping people by creating and using robotic technology in an orthopedic biomechanics research setting.

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Do cool things with robots
• Utilize advanced coding skills to develop novel software 
• Perform independent analysis, investigation, and planning of specific engineering criteria, characteristics and features to meet assignment goals.
• Assume responsibility for the planning, organizing, directing and coordinating of a wide variety of complex program initiatives.
• Conduct continuing studies and analyses to determine the feasibility of various advanced engineering approaches to define concepts and criteria for further programs or to resolve major problems in current programs.
• Resolve technical problems requiring the use of advanced theories, concepts and principles.
• Lead in the development of prototypes, medical devices, equipment or software.
• Collaborate with other engineers/investigators on major changes in project initiatives as they relate to other assignments, funds and priorities.
• Provide recommendations on the purchase of new equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Seeking a degree for a Bachelor of Science Degree in Robotic, Computer, 
  Electrical, Software Engineering or related field.

Certifications:

• None required

Complexity of Work:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Physical Requirements:

• Duties may require some bending, lifting, standing, and sitting for long periods.
• Possible exposure to animal tissue, blood borne pathogens, chemical and biological reagents, and moving mechanical and electrical components.
• Position may require some manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination also required.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Keywords: Computer Engineering, Robotics, Controls, Biomechanics

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