R&D Engineer Intern - Temp at Penumbra, Inc. in Alameda, CA

Summary: Penumbra is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies, and they are seeking an R&D Engineer Intern to assist in the design, development, and testing of products. The intern will contribute to engineering test protocols, evaluate prototypes, and ensure adherence to quality management systems. Responsibilities: - Shadow and assist R&D Engineers in the design, development, and testing of Penumbra, Inc. products - Contribute to engineering test protocols - Under guidance, run and report engineering tests - Participate in the design of fixtures and tooling to facilitate prototype assembly and material testing - Assist with evaluating prototypes against standards or specifications and troubleshoot problems to assess root cause and corrective action - Interpret and communicate test results - Solve practical problems encountered - Initiate and document findings and recommendations - Present findings to project managers - Adhere to the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures - Understand relevant security, privacy, and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations, standards, and procedures applicable to the company - Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures - Perform other work‑related duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Engineering, Physical Sciences or related technical field or equivalent combination of education and experience Preferred Qualifications: - Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills required - High degree of accuracy and attention to detail - Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and other standard office tools - Verbal, analytical, computer, and hands-on laboratory skills required Required Skills: Testing, Documentation Important Skills: MS Word, MS Excel Nice-to-Have Skills: Analytical skills, Laboratory skills, Communication skills, Attention to detail Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Short and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) with employer match, Paid parental leave, Eleven paid company holidays per year, A minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year, which increases with tenure, Paid sick time in compliance with applicable law(s)