Looking to put your knowledge in to practice? Are you a student (HBO or BSc) with an interest in working with cartesian robots (such as 3d printers)? Than this is your chance to make it happen. At Demcon LS&H we offer a (graduate) internship where you will be working on repairing and upgrading an OT-2 liquid handler!

Each one of our companies differentiates itself in its own domain with unique expertise and skills. This way they help customers improve their performance and achieve more. On the basis of their passion for technology our companies are able to combine forces. By sharing knowledge and working together we increase our social impact. Demcon life sciences & health is a multidisciplinary development and engineering partner for mechatronic challenges, from concept to realization, in the field of life sciences & health.

During this internship you use the V-model project principle to restore and implement the liquid handler for development. The liquid handler has been acquired as secondhand and is currently not operational but we see potential to use it as testing platform for development and feasibility testing. We also want to extend the functionality beyond what the manufacturer provides, because we have a different use for the device.

The assignment can be divided into two parts: First identify what is required to get the liquid handler operational and running again. Parts can be ordered or printed to get the OT-2 liquid handler working as the manufacturer intended.

Secondly alterations are to be implemented. Depending on the alterations needed and the expertise of the intern this can be in either the hardware and/or software domain. To follow the V-model, these alternation have to be evaluated against the set requirements to verify the improvements. The goal is to have a verified and operational device at the end of the internship.

A possible outline of the project could be:

· Set up requirements for the liquid handler to function as development platform for IVD development

· Investigate if the liquid handler requires any alterations to meet the set requirements

· Design/Source parts required to get the liquid handler operational and/or altered it

· Evaluate the performance of the liquid handler to see if it meets set requirements

You are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in mechatronics engineer, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field. You have an interest in cartesian robotics/3d printers. You are independent, willing to put theory to practices and can keep overview over a whole system/device. Experience with CAD software (preferably Solidworks) is required.

A challenging and relevant assignment with an innovative technology company. The opportunity to work on a practical assignment and the chance to put your expertise and knowledge to the test. Guidance from experts with extensive experience in mechatronics and system engineer. You will be supervised by a colleague from our department. We welcome own initiatives and give you the space to express your vision.

Do you have any questions about this position? We will be happy to answer them. Call to Adriaan van der Goot at +31 (0)88 - 115 20 00.Are you interested in this internship? Then we look forward to receiving your cv. You can apply via the application button.Acquisition based on this advertisement is not appreciated.