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R&D Student Intern - Lawrence, United States - Fresenius Medical Care North America
Description
PURPOSE AND SCOPE :
As a software intern with NxStage, a Fresenius Medical Care company, a student will apply classroom-based knowledge to workplace experience and will benefit from learning experiences in their major area of study.
The candidate will gain experience with software programming, embedded systems, GUI systems, and medical device standards ISO 13485 Quality Management System and IEC 62304 Software Life Cycle Process.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :
Participate in the design or development of new medical equipment and/or upgrades to existing products
Assist with major projects, or phases of projects, to resolve advanced and complex technical problems
Ensure all design activities conform to design controls; and that all analysis, design and testing activities are properly documented
Participate in activities to ensure design and process shortcomings are identified and appropriately addressed
Assist the product development team in the adoption and use of best practices and design methodologies
Debug and develop reliability improvements for existing products and products under development
Provide technical support for product engineering, design development, integration, test and evaluation
Investigate the feasibility of new projects, systems or approaches.
Learn about and work in ways that are compliant with internal and external standards, good manufacturing practices, and quality system regulations
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS :
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
EDUCATION :
Actively pursuing a college or a master's degree in computer, electrical, biomedical engineering, computer science or similar.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
Candidate for BS/BE or MS/ME in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related.
Programming experience in C, C++ and/or Python preferred.
Knowledge of embedded programming, components like sensors, RTOS preferred.
Demonstrated interest in medical device or pharmaceutical industries
Technical knowledge in software development methodologies, design, and implementation.
Beginning analytical and design skills.
Basic knowledge of project lifecycles, software development environments, and source control techniques.
Excellent technical communication skills and attention to detail, including creating and editing technical procedures, protocols, and reports
Commitment to performing all tasks with quality and integrity
EO/AA Employer:
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.