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Zimmer Biomet Engineering Intern in Arlington, Virginia
At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.
As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talented team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels inspired, invested, cared for, valued, and have a strong sense of belonging.
What You Can Expect
Under the close supervision of Engineering staff, this role will assist the Engineering team on design and development projects. The Engineering Intern will perform routine tasks as well as receive exposure and direction to grow their technical Engineering skills.
How You'll Create Impact
Observes and may participate in product development from ideation to commercialization through entire product life cycle with guidance from engineering staff including:
Competitive product for performance characteristics
Conceptualizing new design ideas
Solidworks for parametric modeling and detailing designs of P28 implants and instruments
Create design control documentation for P28 design history files
Development of testing protocols and testing process for new and existing products
Observe surgery (live, cadaver, or video) on lower extremity pathology. Document all notes.
Other duties as directed by manager
What Makes You Stand Out
An engineering internship candidate should combine strong technical skills with a clear understanding of the medical device industry, especially as it pertains to orthopedics.
Your Background
Generally limited to students pursuing a bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or related engineering discipline with an interest/background in medical device
Prior experience in medical device development helpful but not required
Familiarity with CAD. SolidWorks preferred.
Proficiency in MS Office
Effective communication skills.
Travel Expectations
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability