Internship - Mechanical Engineer

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences , one of Danaheru2019s ( 15+ operating companies, our work saves livesu2014and weu2019re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact . Youu2019ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaheru2019s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact u2013 innovating at the speed of life. At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, we know time is the most critical facet in the laboratory today: time to get life-saving therapies to patients faster; reclaiming time by automating tedious manual workflows; and saving time spent addressing erroneous or complex results. We are partners in time and accelerate answers to critical questions through the power of automation. We develop innovations for scientists by scientists, with many of our 3,300+ global colleagues coming from the laboratory. Itu2019s all part of our time-tested approach to bringing meaningful innovations at the speed of life since 1935. And weu2019re just beginning. Working together, letu2019s put our time and talents together to advance human health for tomorrow. Learn about the Danaher Business Syste m which makes everything possible. As an intern, you will join a highly collaborative R&D team developing and supporting analytical instruments that integrate electronics, automation, and software to deliver highu2011confidence scientific insights. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Mechanical & Electromechanical Design + Assist with mechanical component and subsystem design, including CAD modeling of assemblies used in prototype instrumentation. + Support the design and modeling of test fixtures for validating components and subsystems in lifeu2011science instruments. Component & System Integration + Contribute to development and refinement of mechanical assemblies and small motion mechanisms. + Assist with prototype assembly, debugging, and performance characterization during system integration activities. Testing, Experiments & Data Analysis + Execute mechanical and thermal tests on prototypes and existing designs following documented procedures. + Acquire and analyze experimental data to evaluate precision, repeatability, and reliability of subsystems. Documentation & Engineering Support + Create and maintain engineering documentation including CAD revisions, test reports, and development notes. + Present findings and recommendations to engineering teams and participate in design reviews. The essential requirements of the job include : + Undergraduate student entering final year of a Mechanical Engineering (or related) bachelor's program. + Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks or CREO. + Strong knowledge of MS Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint) + Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles (statics, dynamics, materials, fluids, thermodynamics, etc.). + Demonstrated teamwork, communication skills, and ability to collaborate effectively. Preferred Qualifications + Handsu2011on experience with prototyping, machining, 3D printing, or assembly. + Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, or similar tools for data acquisition and analysis. + Exposure to sensors/actuators, or lab automation. + Experience documenting engineering work in structured formats (drawings, test logs, reports). + Familiarity with Lab safety expectations and basic equipment (calipers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, data acquisition, thermocouples, etc.) What Youu2019ll Gain + Direct involvement in real R&D projects with measurable impact. + Skill development in mechanical design, testing methodologies, and multiu2011disciplinary instrumentation engineering. + Mentorship from experienced engineers and opportunities to present technical work. + Exposure to cuttingu2011edge lifeu2011science tools used worldwide in biologics and bioprocess research. Details + Duration: 12u201316 weeks + Schedule: Fullu2011time + Work Location: Beckman Coulter Life Sciences R&D organization - Indianapolis, IN + Compensation: Competitive, based on experience and academic level Join our winning team today. Together, weu2019ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrowu2019s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. For more information, visit . Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The U.S. EEO posters are available here (. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. 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Created: 2026-03-13