What are the responsibilities and job description for the Co-Op / Fall 2026 position at ENOVIS and Careers?
Who We Are
ABOUT ENOVIS™
Enovis Corporation (NYSE: ENOV) is an innovation-driven medical technology growth company dedicated to developing clinically differentiated solutions that generate measurably better patient outcomes and transform workflows. Powered by a culture of continuous improvement, global talent and innovation, the Company’s extensive range of products, services and integrated technologies fuels active lifestyles in orthopedics and beyond. For more information about Enovis, please visit
www.enovis.com
.
Enovis History
In April of 2022, Colfax, which includes orthopedic leader
DJO
, separated from ESAB Corporation and rebranded to Enovis. In recognition of our successful history of growth and innovation, the distinctive “O” in our new Enovis logo was deliberately carried over from our Colfax logo as it represents continuous improvement – a cornerstone of our business’s success that will continue at Enovis. Enovis is poised to become one of the world’s leading medical technology companies.
What You'll Do
At Enovis™ we sweat the little things. We embrace collaboration with our partners and patients, and we glory in the grind of scientific excellence — with the goal of transforming medical technology as we know it.
Because that’s how we change the lives of patients for the better. And that’s how we create better together.
As a key member of the Surgical R&D team you will play an integral part in helping Enovis drive the medical technology industry forward through transforming patient care and creating better patient outcomes.
Job Title:
Engineering Co-op
Reports To:
Engineering Manager
Location:
Austin, Tx
Business Unit Description:
Driven by Enovis’ desire to create innovative products that help improve quality of life and restore movement to those suffering from degenerative arthritis, Enovis Surgical® provides orthopedic surgeons with modern, patient-focused solutions for total joint arthroplasty. Partnerships with key surgeon consultants help provide advanced and proprietary patented solutions, including EMPOWR 3D Knee®, the only dual-pivot knee system on the market, and AltiVate Reverse® Shoulder, a market-leading system, based on the design principles of the RSP® Shoulder, which has demonstrated excellent clinical outcomes at 10 years.
Enovis Surgical offers surgeons and their patients a full range of primary and revision implants for hip, knee, shoulder, and elbow reconstructive joint surgeries, in addition to the tools and digital health technology needed in today’s changing healthcare environment.
Job Title/High Level Position Summary:
The Enovis Co-Op program is a yearlong commitment. The listed position begins in the Fall of 2026 and runs through the end of Summer 2027.
The ideal candidate is at least a sophomore undergraduate seeking a bachelor’s of science in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering.
The Engineering Co-op will work within one of the product segments of our Surgical Division in Austin, TX. You will assist Product Development Engineers and Manager of the product segment with all aspects of the project from proposal to final design/release. This will include working with a cross-functional product team, consisting of upper-level product development engineers, marketing product managers, manufacturing engineers, regulatory and QA engineers, to design, development, and testing of orthopedic implants and instruments for hip, knee or shoulder applications.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Participates as an active member of the New Product Development Team:
- Assists to identify surgeon requirements and product characteristics.
- Confers with cross-function teams (by way of example and not exclusion, Manufacturing Engineering, Purchasing and Regulatory); accepts and completes tasks as assigned.
- Assists Product Development Engineers to create product designs
- Uses 3-D Modeling to document designs and design changes
- Assists to complete the Design Dossier
- Participates in surgeon symposia, focus groups and KOL (Key Opinion Leader) meetings.
- Assists in Road mapping projects.
- Attends surgeries for learning purposes.
Additional Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Works with marketing and customer to develop conceptual designs, typically in the form of SLA models or metal prototypes of the product and present those designs back to customer for evaluation.
- Maintains all documentation necessary for a Design History File (DHF), including Design Input Documents, Design Validation Plans/Reports, Test Protocols/Reports, and Design Input/Output Matrix.
- Develops project plans using appropriate planning software and periodically report on the progress of the project to upper management.
- Develops detail engineering drawings, CAD modeling and release through ECO system.
- Works through internal prototype shop or contract through vendor on developing prototypes.
- Schedules and directs product team meetings as needed in absence of PD engineer; assuring timeliness of project execution.
- Maintains existing product lines and writes ECOs for general product improvement.
- Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
- Works under immediate and heavy supervision.
- Performs other duties as directed.
Competency:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information.
- Design - Demonstrates attention to detail.
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
- Project Management - Communicates changes and progress.
- Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification.
- Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; varies writing style to meet needs; able to read and interpret written information. Writes detailed test protocols/reports.
- Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
- Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions.
- Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.
- Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision-making process.
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
- Demonstrates commitment to the Enovis Compliance & Ethics Program, the Enovis Code of Conduct, the Enovis Sales and Marketing Code of Conduct, the AdvaMed Code of Ethics, and all supporting and applicable regulations, policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates commitment to the Enovis Values, Mission and Vision.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience:
- Must complete at least first two years of engineering school and maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
- Working on completion of BS in Mechanical Engineering, Bio-medical Engineering with mechanical track emphasis, or equivalent.
- Extreme interest in medical devices and/or orthopedics is required.
- Exposure and/or minimal experience in 3D CAD.
“Creating better together”. It’s the Enovis purpose, and it’s what drives us and empowers us every day on a global scale. We know that the power to create better – for our customers, our team members, and our shareholders – begins with having the best team, pursuing common goals, operating at the highest levels, and delivering extraordinary outcomes.
Watch this short video and discover what creating better together means to us at Enovis:
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ABOUT ENOVIS
Enovis Corporation (NYSE: ENOV) is an innovation-driven medical technology growth company dedicated to developing clinically differentiated solutions that generate measurably better patient outcomes and transform workflows. Powered by a culture of continuous improvement, global talent and innovation, the Company’s extensive range of products, services and integrated technologies fuels active lifestyles in orthopedics and beyond. Visit
www.enovis.com
to learn more.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Enovis provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Enovis policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Enovis.
EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.