Plastics Engineering Co-Op - Nova Biomedical

Nova Biomedical is looking for a Plastics Engineering Intern for the January 2025 cycle in our Lexington Rd, Billerica, MA facility (January to July 2025). Ideally, we are looking for a Co-Op student who is able to make a full-time 6-month commitment in the role. This is an excellent position for a Plastics Engineering undergraduate student to earn income while receiving hands-on experience learning injection molding scientific molding and troubleshooting techniques. This position will report to the Nova Biomedical’s Mold Shop and with assist the lead Plastics Processing Engineer with related processing, design, research, and metrology. Other responsibilities include:

• Assist with injection mold process development, troubleshooting, and process improvements.
• Assist with injection mold validations (IQ, OQ, PQ)
• Generate Engineering documentation including procedures, Engineering Change Orders (ECO), CAD drawings, metrology reports and more.
• Assist with molding cell equipment installations.
• Any other responsibilities assigned by the department’s Plastics Process Engineer.

Qualifications/Skills and Competencies:

• Plastics Engineering undergraduate student (UMass Lowell)
• Competent with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Knowledge of SolidWorks is a plus
• Knowledge of plastics injection molding is a plus
• Mechanically inclined and capable with small hand tools

At Nova Biomedical, we practice our core values of mutual respect, honesty, and integrity throughout the company. With a strong sense of family in the workplace, we are proud that one third of all our employees have been with us for over 10 years.