Job Description

As one of the world’s leading analytical instrumentation companies, Bruker covers a broad spectrum of advanced solutions in all fields of research and development. All our systems and instruments are designed to improve safety of products, accelerate time-to-market and support industries in successfully enhancing quality of life. We’ve been driving innovation in analytical instrumentation for 50 years now. Today, worldwide more than 6,000 employees are working on this permanent challenge, at over 70 locations on all continents.

Responsibilities

As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern, you will support engineering and production activities for the Hysitron product line of nanomechanical test instruments. This hands‑on role provides exposure to engineering problem‑solving, process optimization, and new product introduction (NPI). The intern will assist with engineering tasks, contribute to production-readiness activities, and perform instrument assembly and quality‑related tasks as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Support engineering design modifications including ECOs, validation testing, and documentation.
• Troubleshoot instruments, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Contribute to quality control activities including instrument testing and component evaluation.
• Assist with hands‑on assembly of prototypes and production components.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collect and analyze data to support engineering, production, and applications teams.
• Collaborate professionally with engineers and technicians.
• Perform additional project‑based duties as assigned.

Qualifications

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate walking, standing, sitting, and/or climbing; heavy lifting and carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Work outside and inside; work around machinery with moving parts; work around moving objects or vehicles; exposure to dampness and humidity; work on ladders and scaffolding; exposure to slippery and uneven surfaces.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude
• General PC skills including familiarity with Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated ability to work in team environment
• Self-motivated with good time management skills
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to manipulate small parts with tweezers under magnification

EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum a sophomore level, currently enrolled in an accredited technical school or university with a major in nanoscience, electronics or engineering

Bruker Corporation offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and tuition assistance (as applicable).

Bruker is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.