Are you looking to gain experience in medical device development and manufacturing?

Sanner

America (formerly Gilero), is seeking an Engineering Intern to join our team in Tijuana, Mexico. In this role, you will gain exposure to product development, rapid prototyping, test method development, data analysis, design documentation, and laboratory operations within a fast-paced medical device environment. Candidates should have a "can-do" positive attitude and either have an engineering degree or be working towards one.

Responsibilities:

- Support engineering project teams in the development, refinement, and evaluation of new and existing medical devices and delivery systems.
- Build, assemble, modify, and rework prototypes and finished components for engineering testing, design reviews, and client meetings.
- Support the development, execution, and documentation of engineering test methods, including custom methods and methods based on ASTM, ISO, and predicate-device approaches.
- Conduct product testing and inspection, which may include force testing, flow-rate testing, package integrity testing, functional testing, and dimensional inspection.
- Perform failure mode investigations and contribute to root-cause analysis, troubleshooting, and corrective-action activities.
- Collect, analyze, and document test data; prepare clear test records, summaries, and engineering reports.
- Perform metrology and dimensional analysis of components, assemblies, and critical product features.
- Create and revise 2D drawings and 3D CAD models of devices, components, prototype tooling, and test fixtures using SolidWorks.




- Support preparation of engineering documentation, including project plans, product specifications, test protocols, test reports, design inputs, and project closeout documentation.
- Source, purchase, receive, and organize materials, components, and supplies for laboratory activities and prototype construction.
- Package and ship prototypes, components, materials, and other project-related items as needed.
- Operate rapid-prototyping and laboratory equipment, including SLA and FDM additive-manufacturing systems, machining centers, and manual machine tools.
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness, equipment readiness, inventory organization, and compliance with established safety and operating procedures.

Skills/Qualifications

- Currently pursuing coursework in an engineering discipline, preferably biomedical, mechanical, industrial, chemical, or a related engineering field.
- Familiarity with SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software.
- Ability to perform engineering calculations and basic quantitative data analysis.
- Ability to maintain accurate, organized, and traceable engineering records.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.




- Prior laboratory, prototyping, machining, manufacturing, or product-development experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with medical device development practices, design controls, risk management, or quality-system documentation is a plus.
- Proficient in MS Office.

Personal Attributes

- Meets Sanner America Core Values: Collaboration, Integrity, Innovation and Excellence.
- Comfortable and productive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
- Interested in professional growth and potential internal advancement.
- Detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to high-quality internal and external customer service.
- Commitment to established policies and procedures, while contributing to continuous improvements.

Why Sanner America?

Headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, Sanner America is the North American business of the Sanner Group and an end-to-end partner for medical devices, drug delivery systems, and healthcare packaging. Carrying forward the Gilero legacy of more than two decades of medical device design, development, and manufacturing, our teams take products from concept to commercialization. Our culture is built on collaboration, transparency, agility, and shared success, united by the Sanner Group purpose: Protecting Health.

US locations include Carlsbad, CA; Chicago, IL; and Durham, Greensboro, and Pittsboro, NC, with additional operations in Mexico.

Become part of a team motivated by compassion and a shared commitment for making a meaningful impact on patients, caretakers, and consumers everywhere!

📌 Engineering Intern (Tijuana)
🏢 Sanner America (formerly Gilero)
📍 Tijuana