Vertex Spring Co-Op 2027, Mechanical Automation
Core
Design or participate in the design process of mechanisms, robotics, IMRs, and automated equipment to streamline manufacturing and enhance reliability for cell and gene therapy.
Role type
Mechanical Automation Co-op (Undergraduate/Graduate)
Builds
Automated machinery and processes for manufacturing life-saving therapies
Domain
Biotechnology / Cell & Gene Therapy / Manufacturing Automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mechanical Design, Solidworks 3D modeling, Mechanical Drawings & GD&T, Microsoft Office proficiency
Preferred skills
Lean Fundamentals, Robotic experience, Mechanism design, 6S principles
Responsibilities
Design automated equipment mechanisms and robotics, create detailed design specifications (3D models, drawings, BOM, manuals), develop mechanical technical readiness plans, define equipment layouts and facility requirements, generate FAT and SAT reports
Seniority
Co-op / Intern