At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.

Position Summary

The Mechanical Engineering Co-op will be part of a team involved in next generation product development for the surgical operating room environment.  As part of a cross functional new product development team, the Co-op will be responsible for 3D CAD design tasks, 2D drawings, hands-on assembly and verification testing. There will also be exposure to processes and documentation required to successfully develop medical equipment and an opportunity to gain hands on experience with rapid prototyping methodology, troubleshooting, product testing, and interaction with other engineering disciplines. 

 

Key Co-op Program Info:

Dates: can start either Summer/Fall 2025 (May-December) or Fall 2025 (August-December) Location: Mentor, OH Work Environment: Hybrid What You'll do as a Mechanical Engineering Co-op Assist with components and assembly design for concepts, products and test fixtures. Utilize PTC Creo to create 3D models of the designs and detailed 2D drawings. Develop demonstrations of various new product or component concepts. Build and test functional prototypes to demonstrate product design concepts. Develop test protocols then collect, analyze and document data. Follow medical and industry codes, standards, and regulations. Participate in design reviews and verification activities. Research various technologies, manufacturing methods, and materials. Communication of designs and test results to engineering and cross functional teams. Maintain a safe working environment and follow all safety procedures. The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed

Required:

Currently pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering - sophomore year requirements must be completed by program start date (May 2025) Completed at least one CAD 3D modeling course - experience in SolidWorks or Creo preferred. Experience working with basic hand tools. General proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Preferred:

Highly prefer completion of a prior internship or technical/mechanical work experience. Experience using 3D CAD to model designs and then able to translate into 2D CAD drawings that can be used to produce prototypes. Hands-on experience with various tools used in basic assembly or in a manufacturing environment is preferred. Lab based coursework as well as practical experience in designing, building and testing electro-mechanical prototypes is highly desired.

Other:

Requires organization, communication, problem solving, troubleshooting skills and a mature approach to cross functional working environments.

 

STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention.  WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare, life sciences and dental products and services. STERIS is a $5 billion, publicly traded (NYSE: STE) company with approximately 17,000 associates and Customers in more than 100 countries.

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