Co-op – Mechanical Engineering

Insulet started in 2000 with an idea and a mission to enable our customers to enjoy simplicity, freedom and healthier lives through the use of our Omnipod® product platform. In the last two decades we have improved the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients by using innovative technology that is wearable, waterproof, and lifestyle accommodating.

Position Dates: July 7, 2025- December 19, 2025

Job Title: Co-op, R&D Mechanical Engineering

Department: Mechanical & Materials Engineering, Research & Development

Manager/Supervisor: Senior Staff/Principle Engineer

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

SOP Group: R&D Technicians

Position Overview:

Insulet provides a fast paced and energetic work environment developing drug delivery products aimed at meaningfully improving quality of life for our customers
Mechanical Engineering Co-ops are considered entry level engineers and are given the corresponding opportunities/responsibilities on the R&D team
Day-to-day activities will cover the full range of engineering activities including concept development, detail design, overseeing fabrication, assembly/test, and final reporting/presenting findings
As deemed necessary, may be pulled to support critical design validation testing to support program development
Responsibilities:

Working with other R&D engineers to develop concepts/prototypes
Utilizing in house prototyping capabilities (3D printing, lathe, mill) to quickly prototype/iterate/validate ideas
Creating CAD designs and overseeing fabrication of prototypes with outside vendors
Analyzing and testing design concepts for feasibility/performance
Presenting concepts, analysis, and findings to internal team and other stakeholders
Performing other duties as required
Education and Experience:

Completion of one prior co-op or 6-months of similar internship experience preferred
Currently enrolled/working toward a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or similar degree

Desired Skills:

Ethical, responsible, and data-driven decision making methodology
Self-starter, detail oriented, and effective verbal/written communicator
Office Software Proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Engineering Software Proficiency (SolidWorks, ANSYS, Matlab Preferred)
Lab Equipment Experience (Instron, Balances, Microscopes, Oscilloscopes, etc.)

NOTE: This position is eligible for hybrid working arrangements (requires on-site work from an Insulet office at least 1x/week; may work remotely other days). #LI-Hybrid  

 

Additional Information:

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $24.00 - $28.50. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in the primary work location in the US. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your Talent Acquisition Specialist can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.