Manufacturing Engineer Intern - Summer 2026

Position Overview
The Manufacturing Engineer Intern, Technical Transfer will assist in the design and development of new manufacturing processes/capabilities, reagent and collection kits, and other automation projects as part of the design transfer process.  The position is intended to be an opportunity for an engineering undergraduate to obtain hands-on industry experience in experiment design, execution, analysis, and reporting through presentation and technical writing while contributing to the overall expansion efforts within Operations.

Full-time, 12-week internship | Summer 2026 | 40 hours per week

Essential Duties

include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in design and development of In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) medical device manufacturing processes and procedures in accordance with cGMP, ISO13485, and FDA guidelines.

• Provide technical and product support to Operations.

• Perform investigative testing and analysis.

• Conduct bench level experiments to identify problems and determine root cause.

• Clearly and accurately generate experimental protocols and summarize activities through technical summary or investigative reports.

• Review and compile historical data.

• Work collaboratively with Production, R&D, Quality Engineering, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and other cross-functional areas, as necessary.

• Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned by management.

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General Requirements

• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.

• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.

• Regular and reliable attendance.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds for approximately 20% of a typical working day.

• Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 80% of a typical working day.

• Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height.

• Ability to work on a computer and phone simultaneously.

• Ability to use a telephone through a headset.

• Ability to comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.

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Travel Requirement

• Ability and means to travel between Madison locations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Enrollment towards Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry Engineering, or other life sciences discipline.

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Technical Skills:

• Basic computer skills to include Internet navigation, Email usage, and word processing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state or federal law. Applicable portions of the Company’s affirmative action program are available to any applicant or employee for inspection upon request