Internship - Quality (Engineer)
Injectech, LLC has been a trusted supplier of fluid-control components for over 20 years. Our current senior management team has been with Injectech since the very beginning, bringing extensive knowledge of the medical device industry to every project.
Our employees are important to us! We want the best for our employees, not just at work, but through all aspects of their life.
We work hard to create a culture that promotes open lines of communication, a flexible work-life balance, continuous improvement in every department, and a place where employees want to be every day. We strive to hire and retain the best people, because we know a company is only as good as its employees. We hope you will join our team as we continue to grow and improve!
This position will remain open until filled.
Location: On-site in Fort Collins, CO
Term: Summer 2026
Job Summary:
The Quality Intern (Engineer) supports the Quality Engineer and Quality team with day-to-day quality assurance activities in a regulated manufacturing environment. This role assists with first article inspections, validations, investigations, and data collection while operating programmed visual inspection scopes and executing Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programming under supervision, with no independent programming, disposition, or approval authority. The position also provides support for basic CAD modeling, 3D printing, and validation of inspection fixtures and gauges, ensuring all designs and revisions are properly documented.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed an associate or bachelor's degree in engineering or related STEM field.
- Coursework or foundational knowledge in quality systems, engineering fundamentals, manufacturing processes, or design principles.
- Interest in quality engineering, regulated manufacturing environments, and continuous improvement.
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes (injection molding experience is a plus)
- Ability to read and follow technical drawings, procedures, and work instructions in a regulated environment.
- Familiarity with basic problem-solving methods (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone) is a plus
- Knowledge of risk management and quality tools such as FMEA is a plus.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to develop hands-on troubleshooting, inspection skills, and validation skills
- Experience with metrology tools and basic inspection methods
- Familiarity with measurement systems such as vision inspection equipment, optical comparators, or CMM operation is a plus.
- CAD proficiency required (SolidWorks and 3D printing experience preferred)
- Basic understanding of GD&T, tolerancing, and design for manufacturability principles
- Familiarity with data collection, analysis, and reporting for quality or process improvement is a plus.
- Good organizational skills, time management, and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to support inspection, validation, investigation, and continuous improvement activities.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
- Comfortable working in a production/manufacturing environment.
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
- Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods (up to 8 hours per day)
- May occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
- Requires good vision, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity for working with small parts and tools
- Ability to bend, kneel, and reach as needed
- May be required to work in a Class 8 cleanroom environment, following gowning and contamination control procedures
Benefits
- Sick Time- Accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year.
Injectech is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.