About the role#
The Innovation team is seeking an undergraduate student to join us as a Mechanical Engineer Co-op. You will work full-time in our Bedford, Massachusetts office. This position runs from January through June 2027, with the potential to extend through the fall.
What you'll do#
You will work alongside iRobot engineers to plan, execute, and document innovation workstreams. Your daily tasks will include testing and evaluating robotic components and subsystems, as well as assembling or refurbishing prototypes. You will provide feedback, debug performance issues, and analyze robotic components.
We will look to you to provide CAD support for design changes and participate in design reviews. You will also design and manufacture test fixtures, develop test metrics, and run tests to evaluate new designs. Additionally, you will research new technologies and write reports to document how robots meet specific requirements.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
- An outstanding academic record and broad scholastic experience across multiple disciplines.
- Experience with manufacturing methods, including machine shop equipment and 3D printing.
- Project or work experience using CAD systems, such as CREO.
- Strong organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and a track record of strong interpersonal performance.
- A self-motivated, action-oriented approach to your work.
- Ability to work well in a team, explore tasks independently, and seek out answers.
- Mandarin fluency is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Bedford, Massachusetts.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not provide sponsorship for employment visas.
About iRobot
iRobot designs and builds consumer robots for home maintenance. The company was founded in 1990 and is based in Bedford, Massachusetts. Its product portfolio focuses on cleaning, mapping, and navigation technologies. Millions of units have been sold globally since the introduction of the Roomba robot vacuum in 2002.
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