Internship - Manufacturing Engineer at iRhythm Technologies

California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

InternshipExperience Level

Part TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Preferred:
Coursework or experience in lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
Exposure to regulated manufacturing environments (medical device, aerospace, automotive, etc.)
Familiarity with manufacturing equipment, assembly processes, or automation
Experience with CAD software for fixture/tooling design and manufacturing layouts
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, etc.)

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day support for manufacturing operations, including troubleshooting equipment and process issues
Assist with equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and process validation activities to ensure compliance with FDA QSR (21 CFR Part 820) and ISO 13485
Participate in continuous improvement projects to improve process efficiency, yield, and quality
Help develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and manufacturing documentation
Support new product introduction (NPI) activities, including production line setup and process development
Assist with capacity analysis, workflow optimization, and layout improvements
Collaborate with quality engineering on nonconformance investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and maintain compliance with environmental health and safety (EHS) protocols

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Equipment QualificationIQ/OQ/PQProcess ValidationFDA QSRISO 13485Continuous ImprovementSOP DevelopmentNPIWorkflow OptimizationCapacity Analysis

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this internship full-time or part-time?

The internship is part-time employment type, with flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments, and may be either part-time or full-time during its 6-month term.

What are the required qualifications for this internship?

Candidates must be currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field, with strong problem-solving and analytical skills, ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, and effective written and verbal communication skills.

What is the duration of the internship?

This is a 6-month term position.

What does iRhythm's company culture emphasize?

iRhythm emphasizes collaboration, innovation, thinking big, moving fast, and a commitment to putting patients first while improving lives in a regulated medical device environment.

What makes a strong candidate for this Manufacturing Engineer Intern role?

Strong candidates will have the required degree pursuit in engineering, plus preferred experience in lean manufacturing, regulated environments, CAD software, and data analysis tools, along with hands-on interest in manufacturing processes.

iRhythm Technologies

Advanced cardiac monitoring solutions provider

About iRhythm Technologies

iRhythm Technologies focuses on cardiac monitoring solutions, with its main product being the Zio Patch, a wearable device that tracks heart rhythms for up to 14 days. This extended monitoring helps healthcare providers detect irregular heart rhythms that shorter monitoring might miss, making it especially useful for patients at risk. The company serves both patients and healthcare providers, generating revenue by selling the Zio Patch and offering data analysis services to interpret the collected heart data. iRhythm aims to improve patient outcomes and streamline healthcare workflows in the cardiac health sector.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2006Year Founded

$102.8MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees