Posted August 09, 2026
Co-op
VAPOTHERM, INC.
Cincinnati, OH, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
SUMMARY
The R&D Engineer Co-op is responsible for coordinating and managing laboratory experiments, experimental design and laboratory equipment required for new product development and sustaining engineering activities. This role exposes the Co-op to experimental design and processes, test equipment and documentation processes in compliance with ISO 13485 and the FDA’s Quality System Regulations for medical devices.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work alongside R&D team to support design and development of new products:
- Assist with 3D CAD using SolidWorks (with support of Mechanical Engineers)
- Assemble and test prototypes (with support of Mechanical and Systems Engineers)
- Develop test methods to demonstrate designs meet specifications (with support of Systems and Quality Engineers)
- Conduct verification testing according to pre-defined protocols (with support of Systems Engineers and Lab Technician)
- Analyze and present testing data using statistical analysis software (Minitab) in the form of written reports (with support of Quality Engineers)
- Maintain lab equipment, including calibrations and preventative maintenance (with support of Lab Technician)
- Develop and assemble specialized test fixtures and test equipment (with support of Lab Technician and Systems Engineers)
- Work alongside Quality Engineering team to support Continuous Improvement projects:
- Communicate with3rd Party Testing Resources and Suppliers on failure investigation results and test data
- Conduct failure investigations on product failures and NCMRs
- Provide routine communications and management updates on progress
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Current Engineering Student or 4 Year Engineering Degree
- Ability to lift/carry 40 lbs
- Solidworks and Minitab experience a plus
