What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Intern - Summer 2025 position at Medacta USA, Inc.?
Position Title: Engineering Intern – Summer 2025 Location: Franklin, TN
Department: Product Development and Management
Supervisor: Director, Product Development
MEDACTA INTRODUCTION
Medacta® is a Swiss-based orthopedic company founded in 1999, renowned for its innovative products and surgical techniques. Notably, they pioneered the Anterior Minimally Invasive Surgery (AMIS®) technique for hip replacements, MyKA™ Kinematic Alignment Platform for knee replacement, and NextAR™ Augmented Reality Surgical Platform for use in shoulder, spine, and knee procedures. Leveraging their extensive orthopedic expertise, Medacta introduced MySolutions technology, which provides surgeons with highly personalized pre-operative planning and implant placement methodologies. Utilizing advanced personalized kinematic models and 3D planning tools, MySolutions enhances surgical precision in hip, knee, shoulder, and spine procedures. Medacta's blend of orthopedic expertise and cutting-edge technology drives continual advancements in the field, enhancing patient care worldwide.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Engineering Intern – Product Management and Development will support the sales, marketing & development teams in executing deliverables required in the product development process - including driving sales growth, supporting customer conversion and ensuring sales reps are fully educated on all product lines. Primary responsibilities focus on the management and development of orthopedic tools and devices, specifically in supporting the MyInstrument platform. The 12-week Summer program will focus on three major objectives: (1) education, (2) product management, and (3) project development. The position is located at the Medacta USA headquarters in Franklin, TN.
QUALIFICATIONS
Educational Requirements:
Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business/Marketing, Engineering, or Biologic Science Related Discipline. At least 50% degree completion is required (if undergraduate). A minimum GPA of 3.0 Cumulative is strongly preferred.
Experience Requirements:
Any existing short-term professional and/or educational experience is required.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Proficiency in Computer Aided Design (CAD) software (i.e. Solidworks).
- 3D printing and prototyping experience.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Management, leadership, and organizational ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Highly organized and detail oriented.
- Ability to convey complex information in understandable terms to individuals at all educational levels.
- Ability to analyze and solve problems.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Physical Requirements:
- Sitting: Extended periods at a desk or workstation.
- Standing and Walking: Occasional movement within the office, labs, and/or operating room.
- Lifting and Carrying: Light to moderate lifting of office/engineering materials.
Additional tasks may require reaching, manual dexterity, and visual acuity.
INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS
External: Surgeons, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), Contract Manufacturers.
Internal: Direct Reports, Sales Personnel, Marketing, Product Development, Finance, Administration, Customer Service, Operations, Medical Education, Clinical Research, Human Resources, and Medacta International Personnel worldwide.
Travel requirements: Up to 10%.
Extent of Confidential Information: Ability to maintain tact, poise, and discretion in handling confidential matters.
Reporting: Daily reports to direct supervisor and members of the product management and development team.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
- Product Management
- Develop marketing strategies and product launches with clear execution plans that are consistent with Medacta's global strategy.
- Research, analyze, and remain informed about competitive products.
- Create, prepare, and deliver arthroscopy product training.
- Prepare competitive reviews and produce sales aids to assist sales force.
- Manage multiple projects and initiatives while maintaining a strong sense of urgency.
- Assist in support for all labs and educational programs.
- Must be a self-starter with ability to work independently within a matrix environment where tight timelines exist.
- Product Development
- Understand and implement the engineering design process to a specific MyInstrument project.
- Create 3D models and design, technical drawings, and prototypes using CAD software (Solidworks).
- Develop a working knowledge of joint (hip, knee, and shoulder) and/or spine anatomy.
- Understand the surgical technique and functionality of instrumentation associated with Medacta product line(s).
- Provide technical support to customer service, sales force, and surgeons.
OCCASIONAL DUTIES
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
