Manufacturing Test Development Co-op

Co-op Cycle:Jan 1st to July 2nd

Schedule:Monday- Friday8:00am to 4:30pm

Location:Beverly, MA(Onsite) 

To support students commuting to our Beverly, MA facility,we offera travel stipend. SeetheCommute sectionbelow.

Ready to turn whatyou’relearning in the classroom intoreal-world impact?

Axcelis is a global leader in ion implantation and semiconductor technology.Ourco‑opsdon’tjustobserve—they contribute. For more than four decades,we’vebeen driving innovation in semiconductor manufacturing technology, working with the world’s leading chipmakers to power everything from smartphones to electric vehicles. As a co‑op,you’llgain hands‑on experience, learn from industry experts, and make a real impact on projects that shape the future of technology.

We aresearchingfor our next group of engineeringco-opsfor a6-monthassignment at our Beverly, MA,facility.Our co-op program is designed todevelopearlycareertalentand build a strong pipelineoffuture engineers. Students gainhands-onexposure, work onreal projects, and makemeaningful contributions. Throughout the program, co-ops buildtechnical skills, strengthenproblem-solvingabilities, and gainreal-worldexperiencethat enhances both their academic learning and future career opportunities.

About the Role

As aManufacturing Test Development Engineer Co-op, you will gain hands-on experience designing, developing, and supporting test equipment used in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to help ensure products meet quality, performance, and reliability standards. This role provides exposure to real-world engineering challenges, including the design, development, and validation of electrical and mechanical test solutions, fixture design, and hardware-level debugging of test systems. Through this experience, you will develop practical engineering skills, learn how testing integrates into large-scale manufacturing, and contribute directly to improving efficiency and product quality.

WhatYou’llDo

• Design, develop, build,validate, andmaintainelectrical and mechanical manufacturing test solutions, including automated test equipment and custom test fixtures

• Leverage manual, subtractive, and additive manufacturing tools and techniques to meet fixture design and performance requirements

• Collaborate with teammates acrossengineeringdisciplines, relying on their diverse skill sets toaccomplishshared project goals

• Analyze test data toidentifyfailure modes, root causes, and process variations

• Perform hardware-level debugging of test systems, including instrumentation and interfaces

• Collaborate with manufacturing, design, process, and quality engineering teamsto meet fixture design requirements of all shareholders

• Create andmaintaindetailed test documentation, procedures, and reports

• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase test coverage, throughput,and repeatability

WhatWe’reLooking For

• Applicants must be candidates for a Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following fields: Electrical,Computer Engineering, Mechanical, ManufacturingEngineeringor similar programs.

• Familiaritywithmodelingsoftwaresuch asSolidWorks/CreoorAutoCAD

• Familiaritywith schematic and PCB design tools such as Altium,KiCad,QElectroTech

• Familiarity withfabrication toolssuch as calipers, hand tools,3dprinting,etc.

• Familiarity withmeasurementtoolsand equipmentsuch asDMM’s, Oscilloscopes, Data acquisition systems (DAQ), etc.

• Experience with project management tools such as Gantt charts, Microsoft Project/Planner, etc.

Why Choose Axcelis for Your Co-op?

• Meaningful Work– Work on real projects that make a direct impact on our products, processes, and customers

• Leadership That Knows Your Name– Senior leaders are invested in ourco-ops’growth and regularly engage with students throughout their assignment.

• Mentorship– Co-ops are matched with an experienced mentor to help them navigate the company, build connections, and succeed in their role.

• More Than a Co-op– Our co-op program is a key pipeline forfull-timeearlycareer roles, giving you a strong starting point after graduation.

• Engaging Co-op Experience: Enjoyoff-siteco-op events, weeklyco-opmeetups, and company-hosted luncheons that help you learn, network, and feel part of the Axcelis team.

Commute Information:

To support students commuting to our facility, Axcelis provides a$1,000 travel stipend, paid as alump-sum in the first paycheck. Our headquarters inBeverly, MA, islocateddirectly offRoute 128and just10 minutes from the Beverly Train Stationfor those using public transportation.Transportation between the Beverly station and the facility is available through theSalem Skipperrideshare service. You can learn more about routes, schedules, and pricing here:https://city.ridewithvia.com/salem-skipper.

How to Apply:.