Clinical Development Engineering Co-op (Hybrid) - September 2026

Overview

Clinical Development Engineering Co-op (Hybrid) - September 2026

Kardium Inc., Glenlyon Parkway, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

Job Details

Term: September 2026

Duration: 4 or 8 months

Openings: 1 position

Salary Range: $3,650- $4,525 CAD per month

Application Deadline: May 18, 2026

Meaningful work you will be a part of

You will engage in activities that develop practical and transferable skills such as:
  • Performing benchtop investigations as part of evaluations of product performance, field troubleshooting, and design improvements.
  • Developing testing jigs and protocols to support new feature investigations.
  • Designing and manufacturing tools used in simulated procedures with clinical staff and physicians.
  • Performing clinical engineering investigations and summarizing results and recommendations.
  • Preparing technical documentation to support the activities outlined above and capture the knowledge you’ve gained.

What you bring to the team

Our Kardium team is smart, creative, and passionate about creating cutting-edge medical devices to help improve people’s lives. We work within a collaborative environment based on trust and respect. And we understand that only by working together can we solve the unsolvable.

You will be successful in this role because you possess these attributes:

  • An interest in healthcare and medical device development
  • Proficiency with CAD software; SolidWorks preferred
  • Hands-on experience with mechanical design and iterative prototyping
  • Demonstrated communication skills and success working in a team setting
  • Experience with MATLAB and investigational coding
  • Experience with machine shop equipment and prototyping tools like 3D printers and laser cutters
  • An understanding of mechanical concepts and their practical application
  • A positive, proactive attitude and the ability to execute a variety of tasks with an appropriate level of independence

Why work at Kardium?

A meaningful Co-op/Intern term experience, working with truly innovative technology and an ambitious team, combined with:

Making a Difference: Knowing every day that you are making a difference in people’s lives by helping treat a condition that debilitates millions worldwide.

Meaningful Work: Gain hands on experience working on projects that make an impact, giving you valuable experience to kickstart your career.

Team Bonding Events: Connect with peers (of 40+ Co-ops) and participate in fun team activities, social events, and monthly Co-op events.

Development & Growth: Collaborating with engaged leaders and multi-disciplinary teams who are committed to your success by mentoring and supporting your development and growth.

Innovative Projects: Be part of cutting-edge projects where you can share your ideas and learn new skills in a fast-paced environment.

Life at Kardium

What makes us a great place to work?
  • Our Purpose
  • Our People
  • Our Culture
At Kardium, we embrace diversity of background, experience, and perspective and we’re committed to inclusion and equity at every level. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of all communities.

We collaborate with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), as volunteer-led groups who share a common dimension of diversity and come together to provide support, education, and other opportunities across Kardium. Examples of our ERGs include Women ERG, Pride ERG, Race Ethnicity & Cultural Heritage (REACH) ERG, Truth & Reconciliation ERG, Persian Community ERG, Chinese ERG, Barangay Kardium (Filipino) ERG, Brazilian ERG and Irish ERG.

And our employees think we are great too – check out Glassdoor to learn more!

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