Lead Electronics Engineer

GE HealthCare Voluson Ultrasound; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading medical technology company as a Lead Electronics Engineer focused on innovative designs for medical devices. This mid-senior level role involves significant responsibility in electronics design and testing, addressing vital healthcare needs. Seek an individual with strong communication skills, relevant experience, and a Bachelor's degree in electronics. Enjoy a collaborative culture that encourages professional growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in electronics design.
• Experience in high-speed digital and analog circuits.
• Knowledge of electronic components and PCB technologies.

Responsibilities

• Own electronics design in complex medical devices.
• Conduct system-level design and testing activities.
• Collaborate with hardware team to solve technical problems.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Engineering curiosity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electronics or equivalent

Tools

Altium

Cadence

PADS

Job description

Job Description Summary

As a Lead Electronics Engineer, you will take a leading role in a team responsible for the electrical design of medical devices used in ICU and Ward environments, including both traditional bedside wired monitors and emerging wireless ambulatory monitors. Electrical engineering design work is done using Cadence/Altium environments. You will ensure via testing that designs meet all the technical, operational, and performance requirements with particular attention to medical device standards for safety and measurement performance.

GE HealthCare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator. Our purpose is to create a world where healthcare has no limits. Unlock your ambition, turn ideas into world-changing realities, and join an organization where every voice makes a difference, and every difference builds a healthier world.

The position is based in Vallila, Helsinki, where GE Healthcare has 700 employees divided roughly equally between engineering R&D and manufacturing. The Helsinki site is the centre of excellence in wearable patient monitoring development, with a long history and strong standing within the wider company as a powerhouse of innovation. We have end-to-end excellence on site: from Installed Base support, to Product Development, Advanced Manufacturing, and Innovation—all under one roof. Join us!

Responsibilities

• Own electronics design in complex medical devices
• Develop detailed electronics schematics and layouts
• Conduct system-level design and testing activities
• Collaborate with hardware team to solve technical and customer problems
• Work with our hardware engineering team using the latest development technologies and tools

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in electronics or equivalent with 5-10 years of relevant experience
• Experience in designing high-speed digital, analog electronics, and RF circuits
• Experience in layout design of complex systems including rigid-flex PCBs, micro and embedded vias, RF/high-speed traces, 8+ layers, multiple high-speed peripherals (Ethernet, video, USB), and CPU(s) with external memory interfaces
• Knowledge of the latest electronic components and PCB technologies
• Proficiency in design tools such as Altium, Cadence, or PADS
• Engineering curiosity and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written
• EU work permit

Desirable Skills

• Master's degree in electronics
• Experience in EMC and/or RF measurements
• Experience working in highly regulated industries (e.g., automotive, medical)
• Proven track record with released products
• Experience in product lifecycle management
• Experience working with cross-cultural teams

Inclusion and Diversity

GE Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

We expect all employees to embody our behaviors: act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus; and drive ownership—always with integrity.

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by providing the support and flexibility needed to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits reflect our global strength and scale, and you'll find career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration, and support.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level