Engineer Intern

WELLUMIOWellumio is a medical technology company redefining the boundaries of clinical imaging. Our mission is to make magnetic resonance imaging portable, enabling rapid, life-saving diagnoses for conditions where timely treatment is paramount.Our first target application is acute stroke, a medical emergency where every minute counts. Stroke is devastating, and the window of opportunity for effective treatment is painfully narrow. By making MRI portable, Wellumio aims to increase the rate of stroke therapy within the first golden hour of symptom onset.At Wellumio, we're not just creating a product; we are challenging dominant modes of design that hinder people's access to diagnostic imaging. We're fusing technology, design innovation, medical expertise, and systems-level thinking to create imaging solutions that put patients first.Positions Available:Up to three positions are available. One focused on mechanical prototyping and testing, and the other on signal and image processing.Position Overview and Responsibilities:During your internship, you will be based at our central city HQ in Wellington, working closely with our magnet design team to:Conduct research,Assist with device testing and documentationReport on progress and milestones.And one or more of the followingDevelop and test signal acquisition strategies.Utilise clinical data to improve image reconstruction methods.Optimise the image acquisition process based on trial findings.Design and prototype hardware for performance testingAssist in the development of noise cancellation algorithms to enhance imaging performance.What you’ll bring:Studying towards a Bachelor of physics or engineering (mechanical, electronics or biomedical).Signal processing skillsFamiliarity with deep learning and in particular with tools such as pytorch, jax, and tensorflow.

Qualifications

Have studied or be studying at a New Zealand tertiary education institution (note: students who have completed study overseas are not eligible),be studying at NZQA level 6-10 or if study has been completed the closing date of the last semester must be less than 12 months ago. For example, if a Bachelor of Engineering student's final year of enrolment was 2024, they are eligible until the end of November 2025 because their last semester finished in November 2024.be studying physics or engineering (mechanical, electronics or biomedical),be legally permitted to work in New Zealand,have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders,have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions, andbe committed to ethical and socially responsible business practices.This paid position presents an incredible opportunity for a motivated, inquisitive, and ambitious student to join our team full-time ($27.80/hour for 400 hours of work). The successful applicant can start as soon as they're able to over the summer break and must complete 400 hours of work.How to Apply:Do you have what it takes to redefine stroke imaging with us? If you're excited about our mission and see yourself contributing to our dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you!Application Requirements:CV: Create a CV that showcases your experience, skills, and passion for innovation in medical imaging. Highlight how your background aligns with Wellumio's mission.Cover Letter: Craft a thoughtful cover letter that explains why you're drawn to Wellumio and how you envision contributing to our mission.We'll review your CV and cover letter for shortlisting, so make them stand out.Diversity and Equal Opportunities:At Wellumio, we embrace diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds. Sometimes, people hesitate to apply if they don't meet all the requirements. If you think you can excel at Wellumio, even if you don't meet every requirement, please apply. We welcome your application.For more information about Wellumio, see our website, www.wellumio.com.