What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025 Summer Internship - Automation Engineering position at Humacyte?
DEPARTMENT: Site Operations
LOCATION: Durham, NC; Onsite/Not Remote
COMPANY: Humacyte Inc (Nasdaq: HUMA) is developing a disruptive biotechnology platform to deliver universally implantable bioengineered human tissues, advanced tissue constructs, and organ systems designed to improve the lives of patients and transform the practice of medicine. The Company develops and manufactures acellular tissues to treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and chronic conditions. Humacyte’s initial opportunity, a portfolio of Acellular Tissue Engineered Vessel (ATEVs), is currently approved for use in vascular trauma repair and is in late-stage clinical trials targeting multiple other applications including AV access for hemodialysis and peripheral arterial disease. Preclinical development is also underway in coronary artery bypass grafts, pediatric heart surgery, treatment of type 1 diabetes, and multiple novel cell and tissue applications. Humacyte’s 6mm ATEV for AV access in hemodialysis was the first product candidate to receive the FDA’s Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy (RMAT) designation and has also received FDA Fast Track designation. Humacyte’s 6mm ATEV for urgent arterial repair following extremity vascular trauma also received the RMAT designation. For more information, visit www.Humacyte.com .
JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking a highly motivated Intern majoring in Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical or other related Engineering to support internal Automation projects. This internship will provide hands-on experience in biomedical manufacturing systems and offer exposure to manufacturing processes in a regulated facility. Projects can include developing, building, and configuring equipment to increase access and control of offline production systems; planning, coordinating, and documenting building automation system control replacement; and improving and organizing internal information systems.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
With the guidance and instruction of other the Automation Engineering Team:
The statements in this position profile are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The manager may assign additional responsibilities and assignments from time to time. Humacyte is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veterans status, disability and/or other protected class characteristics. Additionally, Humacyte is committed to achieving its business objectives in compliance with all federal, state and local law.
LOCATION: Durham, NC; Onsite/Not Remote
COMPANY: Humacyte Inc (Nasdaq: HUMA) is developing a disruptive biotechnology platform to deliver universally implantable bioengineered human tissues, advanced tissue constructs, and organ systems designed to improve the lives of patients and transform the practice of medicine. The Company develops and manufactures acellular tissues to treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and chronic conditions. Humacyte’s initial opportunity, a portfolio of Acellular Tissue Engineered Vessel (ATEVs), is currently approved for use in vascular trauma repair and is in late-stage clinical trials targeting multiple other applications including AV access for hemodialysis and peripheral arterial disease. Preclinical development is also underway in coronary artery bypass grafts, pediatric heart surgery, treatment of type 1 diabetes, and multiple novel cell and tissue applications. Humacyte’s 6mm ATEV for AV access in hemodialysis was the first product candidate to receive the FDA’s Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy (RMAT) designation and has also received FDA Fast Track designation. Humacyte’s 6mm ATEV for urgent arterial repair following extremity vascular trauma also received the RMAT designation. For more information, visit www.Humacyte.com .
JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking a highly motivated Intern majoring in Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical or other related Engineering to support internal Automation projects. This internship will provide hands-on experience in biomedical manufacturing systems and offer exposure to manufacturing processes in a regulated facility. Projects can include developing, building, and configuring equipment to increase access and control of offline production systems; planning, coordinating, and documenting building automation system control replacement; and improving and organizing internal information systems.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
With the guidance and instruction of other the Automation Engineering Team:
- Determine the preferred method to communicate an offline Rockwell with the existing Automation Process Network
- Develop a proof of concept and test communications
- Analyse the existing Building Automation System and coordinate a project time line that aligns with production activities providing opportunities to replace Johnson Controls with Siemens Control system.
- Sort and organize existing information system documentation.
- Other Duties as assigned.
- Background in Biomedical/Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
- Familiarity with Control Systems (Rockwell AB, Emerson DeltaV, Aveva PI, Siemens Desigo, Johnson Controls)
- Ability to make well-informed, independent judgements
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Knowledge and experience in production and manufacturing processes
- Ability to effectively communicate and work across functional groups within an organization
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Possess a positive roll-up-the-sleeves attitude and optimistic outlook.
- Strong ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with fluctuating priorities and demonstrated ability to collaborate within cross functional teams.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with ability to set own priorities in a timely manner.
- Will be required to regularly to sit; stand for prolonged periods of time. Also may occasionally be required to pull, lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
- High degree of flexibility and adaptability.
- Self-motivated and organized critical thinker with solid interpersonal and business communication skills.
- Represents the organization in a positive and highly professional manner.
- Stock Options
- 401k Plan with 4% Match and no Vesting Schedule
- Medical, Vision and Dental Plans
- Company Paid Long Term/Short Term Disability
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 23 Days Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 10 Company Designated Holidays 2 Floating Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave Policies
The statements in this position profile are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The manager may assign additional responsibilities and assignments from time to time. Humacyte is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veterans status, disability and/or other protected class characteristics. Additionally, Humacyte is committed to achieving its business objectives in compliance with all federal, state and local law.
