Engineering Co-op - Fall 2026

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.

Position Summary

STERIS Endoscopy currently has opportunities available for Engineering Co-ops in various departments including: Manufacturing, Sustaining, Quality, Sourcing, NPD, R&D. These positions assist in the design, development, and release of unique gastrointestinal device solutions to meet the Customer’s unmet needs. The positions also work with existing products to make them more efficient and cost-effective while assisting in day-to day production. Working with internal cross-functional teams, the position requires professionalism, dedication, and positive drive to ensure the completion of the projects in a time-sensitive, regulated environment.

Key Program Info:

• Duration: Fall 2026 (August - December)
• Hours: Full-time for the duration of your co-op
• Location: Mentor, OH
• Work Environment: Onsite

What You'll Do as an Engineering Co-op

• Develop fixture designs to support production and improve processing including assembly, injection molding, robotic automation, and fastening operations including pneumatic presses, adhesives, and ultrasonic welding
• Create user friendly databases to enhance productivity and to help visually analyze large amounts of data
• Create new and revised CAD Models and drawings in Solidworks
• Idealize, prototype, and test new product concepts
• Establish mechanical and fluid testing protocols
• Create and update risk management documentation
• Provide technical support and problem solving for development, production and facility problems
• Create and revise production work instructions and other manufacturing documentation on new or improved processes
• Draft and file accurate design documentation at all times during work on a project
• Submit Engineering Change orders to revise existing drawings, processes, and documentation
• Work with quality and operations personnel to ensure ISO 13485:2016 compliance
• Any other duties or projects as required by the department

The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed

Required :

• Current student pursuing Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering - Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office software (Word, Excel, Access, & Outlook)

Preferred :

• Basic CAD skills are ideal - Solidworks preferred
• Sophomore year requirements completed by program start
• Preference is for candidate to return for multiple co-op rotations

Other :

• Clear written and oral communication skills required
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the specific ability to work in teams

Why Choose STERIS for your Co-op

• We hire co-ops. Over 25 full-time employees were once co-ops.
• You can rotate through different departments and expand your skills.
• We offer co-ops the opportunity to meet with employees from various departments at STERIS through our Passport Program to learn about their position and how they directly impact the company.
• It is important to us at STERIS for our co-ops to experience projects hands-on. At some point in your rotation, you’ll be designing, building, and testing fixtures and devices.
• We have at least eight co-op students per semester and many early career full-time employees who often get together to experience the variety of activities available in Mentor and Cleveland.
• STERIS strives to give back to the community by organizing outreach events or volunteering with other local organizations.

Pay range for this opportunity is $19.00 - $23.00/hr

Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.

STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits: STERIS Benefits

Open until position is filled.

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.