Drafter/Engineering Support Co-Op
JOB TITLE: Drafter/Engineering Support Co-Op
LOCATION: Hawthorne, NY (on-site)
TYPE: Co-Op (May 2025 – January 2026) OR (May 2025 – August 2025)
COMPENSATION: $23.00/hr - $33.00/hr
Clarapath is a medical robotics company based in Westchester County, NY. Our mission is to transform and modernize laboratory workflows with the goal of improving patient care, decreasing costs, and enhancing the quality and consistency of laboratory processes. SectionStar™ by Clarapath is a ground-breaking electro-mechanical system designed to elevate and automate the workflow in histology laboratories and provide pathologists with the tissue samples they need to make the most accurate diagnoses. Through the use of innovative technology, data, and precision analytics, Clarapath is paving the way for a new era of laboratory medicine.
Role Summary:
The Drafter/Engineering Support Co-Op will play a key role in creating and maintaining technical drawings, documentation, and engineering support materials for Clarapath’s advanced electro-mechanical device, SectionStar™. This role requires expertise in CAD modeling, technical documentation, and cross-functional collaboration, supporting a team of engineers while managing the daily drafting and engineering support needs of the enterprise. The ideal candidate will assist in updating designs, preparing technical schematics, and ensuring accurate documentation to support product development and manufacturing. We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented team player who thrives in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment.
Responsibilities:
- Create and update 2D and 3D CAD models, drawings, and schematics for SectionStar™ components and assemblies
- Support engineers in the development of technical documentation, including BOMs, assembly instructions, and process workflows
- Ensure design documentation aligns with company standards and manufacturing requirements
- Assist in managing engineering change orders and revision control
- Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to support product development
- Conduct design reviews and provide feedback to optimize manufacturability and functionality
- Maintain an organized database of engineering drawings and technical documents
Qualifications:
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Drafting, or a related field
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Creo)
- Understanding of GD&T, drafting standards, and engineering documentation practices
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Company Offers:
- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and education
- Comprehensive benefits package available: (healthcare, vision, dental and life insurances; 401k; PTO and holidays)
- A collaborative and diverse work environment where our teams thrive on solving complex challenges
- Ability to file IP with the company
- Connections with world class researchers and their laboratories
- Collaboration with strategic leaders in healthcare and pharmaceutical world
- A mission driven organization where every team member will be responsible for changing the standards of delivering healthcare
Clarapath is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Clarapath complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.