R&D Intern

For more than a century Ottobock has pursued the mission of helping people living with limb loss or mobility challenges regain or maintain their freedom of movement. We do this through the development of leading prosthetic, orthotic and wheelchair innovation and an unwavering commitment to delivering superior patient care experiences. As a growing healthcare company, we continue to invest in both our people and new service offerings. With more than 10,000 employees worldwide and 900 across North America, we are dedicated to advancing the O&P industry and improving the lives of the people served by it.

The R&D Engineering Intern will dive into hands-on work supporting the design and improvement of prosthetic and orthotic devices. This role offers real project experience, close collaboration with industry experts, and the opportunity to contribute to work that makes a meaningful impact on people's lives.

• Prototyping of engineering designs.
• Selection and evaluation of appropriate materials.
• Development and execution of experimental protocols and test plans.
• Documentation of designs and concepts through written and oral reporting.

Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience, Certification, & Licensure):

• Undergraduate or graduate Engineering student (ME/BME/MSE).
• Understanding of mechanical engineering principles and terms.
• CAD proficient.
• Coding / scripting experience a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Strong hands-on experience and technical expertise.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with a hands-on approach and a willingness to problem-solve collaboratively.