Human Factors Engineering Co-op

Why Join Bracco Medical Technologies?

We care as much about our employees as we do our patients. Our culture fosters a work environment where employees can thrive, be passionate and have fun along the way.Each member of the Bracco Medical Technologies team has the power to make a difference......every day!

Company Overview

At Bracco Medical Technologies, every employee has an impact on our Mission to empower lifesaving decisions. We create medical devices that give healthcare providers the insights they need to confidently and safely diagnose patients. Our unique line of products includes Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS), Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR), Cardiovascular Imaging contrast delivery (CVi), and CT and MRI contrast delivery systems. As part of the Bracco Group, Bracco Medical Technologies benefits from the resources of a multinational conglomerate with broad expertise in cath lab and radiology suite technology and a dedication to continuous advancement.

We are currently seeking intern/co-op candidates to learn with us as they engage in a variety of hands-on projects alongside our high-performing and authentic R&D team.

Position Summary

The Human Factors Engineering Co-op role is aimed at developing the skills of engineers and researchers in the field of human factors and usability engineering related to medical device development. The goal of the program is to provide a structure where participants are introduced to the equipment, methods, and concepts of human centered design to improve workflow, reduce use errors, and positively influence device adoption and clinical outcomes.

The student will report directly to the Systems & Test Engineering Manager and work with the Research Engineering Team on characterization methods, basic technology research, prototype development, and group brainstorming/problem-solving sessions related to medical devices used by interventional cardiologists and radiologists.

Projects may utilize skills such as operating state-of-the-art test equipment, researching scientific and clinical literature, executing tests, preparing reports, designing, and prototyping medical devices.

Interns will develop knowledge and experience in the following:

• Performing workflow, task and use error analysis
• Defining User Groups and Use Environments
• Considering all aspects of User Experience (Ux) in Device design (Hardware, GUI, Labeling)
• Developing and executing Formative and Summative testing plans and protocols
• Influencing device design with feedback from user testing
• Human Factors and Usability standards
• UI wireframe design and application
• Medical Device design and development including design inputs, User Needs Validation, quality documentation
• System Engineering Concepts
• Requirement Management Tools

Responsibilities:

• Support principal engineer on active jobs
• Complete assigned research projects
• Curation of Usability requirements and Use cases
• Test fixture fabrication
• Test execution and data collection
• Reporting; technical reports, manuscripts, abstracts, posters

Training to be Provided

Students will be exposed to working with various operations and product support departments within Bracco Medical Technologies (BMT). They will learn key requirements that need to be followed in a regulated environment such as the medical device industry. Training may cover relevant aspects of medical device development procedures, along with more specific aspects related to BMT products.

Additionally, our interns and co-ops benefit from a buddy program, career development programming, and opportunities to build their professional networks virtually and in-person with BMT professionals.

Qualifications:

Minimum

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, or closely related field (Only candidates with at least 2 years of study toward a bachelor's will be considered)

Preferred

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of principles of engineering and mechanical design
• Knowledge of principles of data acquisition and study design
• Lab testing or research experience
• Ability to establish clear priorities and multi-task in a high-volume setting responsive to externally generated deadlines
• Knowledge of Cognitive Psychology, Human centered design, Social & Organizational psychology

Term/Hours

• Term: Spring/Summer/Fall of 2026 start, 2-3 semester rotation, can be consecutive or non-consecutive semesters.
• Hours:40 hours per week

Job Location

• Eden Prairie, Minnesota(no relocation or housing assistance available)

To learn more about Bracco Medical Technologies, please visit our website at: https://careers.braccomedtech.com.

Bracco Medical Technologies is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Compensation & Total Rewards:

Estimated Pay Range: Undergraduate students - $23.00 - $25.00/hour, Graduate students - $27.00/hour

*Estimated Starting Pay Range is reflective of the range Bracco Medical Technologies reasonably expects to pay for the position. The range provided is based on compensation and market data specific to the position.

Total Rewards:

• Time off- We provide safe and sick time to help you take time for yourself when needed.
• Live well- We offer medical benefit options to help protect you along the way.
• Evolve- Through structured on-the-job learning, workshops, and networking events, you'll find many opportunities to grow, personally and professionally.