Team Consulting is excited to announce a one-year Mechanical Engineering Internship for 2025. Our team specialises in developing innovative and award-winning medical devices across various sectors including drug delivery, MedTech, diagnostics, surgical, and digital health.
You’ll tackle real world projects that will be presented to our clients, and you’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to a variety of medical device development projects. Working within the Mechanical Engineering group, you will be supported and developed during your internship.
You will be based in our picturesque 13th Century barn just outside Cambridge, only 5 minutes from the M11.
What you'll do:
Over the course of the year, you'll be involved in a broad range of mechanical engineering tasks, such as:
* Concept generation
* 3D and 2D CAD Design
* Problem solving and troubleshooting
* Mathematical modelling and analysis
* Prototype creation, testing, and reporting findings to the Technical Lead and Project Manager
* Test rig programming
* Component and assembly testing
* Generating presentation materials and technical reports
This is a fantastic opportunity for those seeking to expand their practical knowledge and skills while contributing to genuine engineering projects and making a positive impact in healthcare.
Essential Qualifications:
* A demonstrable interest in healthcare and medical products
* Currently enrolled in a relevant engineering degree program (preferably in the 2nd or 3rd year), Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or similar
* Strong technical aptitude and research skills
Desirable Skills:
* Experience with 3D and 2D CAD software, particularly Solidworks
* Medical or healthcare modules forming part of degree
* Knowledge of medical device design principles
* Computational fluid dynamics
* Finite element analysis (ideally using ANSYS)
* Mathematical modelling (e.g., using Mathcad, MATLAB, Excel)
Approach to Work:
* Structured and methodical problem solving
* Curiosity to explore all areas of engineering
* Excellent communication skills across a variety of formats
* Excellent analytical ability – data gathering, analysis and presentation of conclusions to the team
* Versatility to work effectively on varied products
Personal Qualities
* Enthusiastic with a positive outlook
* Copes well with unexpected change, is flexible and calm under pressure
* Respectful of others’ views, opinions, and contributions
* Able to work well within a team
* Displays honestly and integrity at all times
* Eager to continually learn and improve, proactively developing network
* Able to manage own time
If you're eager to apply, please provide a cover letter detailing your interest in working with Team Consulting as well as specific skills and experience that make you a suitable candidate.
Equal Opportunities Statement:
Team values equality, diversity and inclusion in employment and recruitment. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities and an inclusive community, where our talented people respect and value the contributions, skills, and abilities of others.
We want our people to succeed on merit, treating individuals equally, including making decisions and providing encouragement and opportunities relating to recruitment, career development and retention in a fair and consistent manner.
Our aim is a workplace free from all forms of bullying, harassment or victimisation, and unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.