Co-op - Mechanical Engineering Technician - Latham, NY - January-June 2027

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Hours: Full time
Where: Latham, New York, United States
Posted: Sep 18

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Job Description

Are you interested in an co-op opportunity with Philips? We welcome individuals who are currently pursuing an undergraduate (BS) degree to participate in 6 month co-op opportunities at our site in Latham, NY.

Your role:

You're the right fit if:

How we work together

We believe that we are better together than apart. For our office-based teams, this means working in-person at least 3 days per week. Onsite roles require full-time presence in the company’s facilities. Field roles are most effectively done outside of the company’s main facilities, generally at the customers’ or suppliers’ locations.

This is an onsite role.

What you'd do

Assist in the design, assembly, and testing of cryogenic systems and superconducting magnets.
Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues related to cryogenic and superconducting systems.
Collaborate with engineers and scientists to develop and implement design solutions.
Conduct experiments and tests to evaluate the performance and reliability of prototypes.
Maintain and calibrate lab equipment to ensure accurate and reliable measurements.
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or other engineering
Hands-on experience in a laboratory setting, setting up and executing test protocols. Knowledge of safety protocols and standards in a lab environment
Experience with 3D modeling and other engineering tools. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position.

About Philips

We are a health technology company. We built our entire company around the belief that every human matters, and we won't stop until everybody everywhere has access to the quality healthcare that we all deserve. Do the work of your life to help improve the lives of others. Philips Transparency Details The hourly pay range for this position is $26.00 to $29.00, plus overtime eligible.

Starts: 2026-09-18