Design Engineering Co-Op (Biopharma)
About the role
If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact. With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you. Certain positions with IDEX Corporation and its business units require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been granted refugee or asylum status. The Engineering team at Viking Pump Inc., a Unit of IDEX Corporation, is seeking a student co-op to work within our Engineering Department in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Specifically within the Biopharma project group. Student will participate in design/new product development projects to support Growth & Innovation in biopharma pumping segment.
Responsibilities
- Participate on cross-functional & international project teams
- Support New Product Development efforts in biopharma segment
- Aid in testing and data analysis of new product prototypes
- Assist with project research through simulations & documentation
- Create and update models and drawings in SolidWorks
- Maintain part numbers and Bills of Material in ERP system
- Learn additive manufacturing and 3D scanning technology
- Aid in Engineering calculations and documentation
- Other engineering projects as assigned
Requirements
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or similar
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 in Major
- Ability to move within office and manufacturing complex, write by hand and keyboard, and perform general office functions
- Visual acuity needed for close detail work and computer use
- General manufacturing, warehouse and office environment
Qualifications
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
- Adaptability/managing change
- Self-guided learning
- High impact communication
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- CAD training w/SolidWorks experience a plus
Schedule
This position will be full-time from January 2027 - August 2027.