R&D Engineer Co-Op, Orthopedics

Johnson & Johnson

Orthopedic medical-device R&D co-op supporting product design, prototyping, testing, and commercialization. Hands-on role with DePuy Synthes R&D and cross-functional teams.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeWest Chester • Massachusetts, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $24 - $53 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in CAD Software and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, while supporting the development and commercialization of orthopedic sports medicine products through hands-on experience in product design and testing.

Highest-signal resume keywords

CAD Software ExperienceMicrosoft Office ProficiencyMechanical Engineering DegreeBiomechanical Engineering DegreeBioengineering Degree

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Hard Skills

Product DesignPrototypingTestingTechnical Documentation

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordMicrosoft TeamsMicrosoft Outlook

Industry Keywords

Orthopedic Sports MedicineR&D CollaborationCross-Functional Teamwork

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the development and commercialization of orthopedic sports medicine products
Gain hands-on experience with product design, prototyping, testing, and technical documentation
Work closely with R&D and cross-functional team members
Complete a full-time co-op term from January to June 2027, 40 hours per week

Requirements

What you’ll need

Junior or Senior student
Experience or knowledge in CAD software
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, and Outlook
Completion of Undergraduate Freshman year at an accredited University is required
Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, or related fields
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher across all college coursework
Permanently authorized to work in the U.S.
Must not require sponsorship of an employment visa at the time of application or in the future
If under 18, may need necessary working papers or documentation required by state law and parent’s consent for the background check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company sponsored employee medical benefits
Sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year
For employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours of sick time per calendar year
Participation in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension)