Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

GE HealthCare; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Onsite work environment

Compensation grade LPB2

Job summary

GE HealthCare is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to lead development and implementation of manufacturing processes for new product introductions and continuous improvement of existing lines. You will drive tooling, fixturing, and process design to ensure quality, manufacturability, and cost efficiency.

You will collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality teams to advance manufacturing execution, support early design for manufacturability, and ensure regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• B.S./Associates Degree option with relevant experience.
• Minimum 3 years in manufacturing engineering, process development, or tooling design.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and DFx principles familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Lead process development and introduction for new products and ensure readiness of supply chain.
• Design and validate tooling, fixturing, and equipment for complex mechanical systems.
• Drive productivity and quality improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, and DFx methodologies.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation including work instructions, control plans, and validation protocols.
• Support early manufacturability assessments during product design phases.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues related to methods, tooling, equipment, and product design.
• Lead prototype builds and ensure alignment with design intent and production requirements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards (QMS, GMP, validation).
• Collaborate globally to standardize manufacturing solutions across sites.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project planning

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

B.S./Associates Degree option (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial)

High School diploma + 5 years experience

Tools

CREO

SolidWorks

Windchill

GD&T

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (AME) is responsible for leading the development and implementation of manufacturing processes for new product introductions (NPI) and continuous improvement of existing production lines. This role plays a critical part in ensuring product quality, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness through innovative tooling, fixturing, and process design. The AME will collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, and quality to drive excellence in manufacturing execution.

Job Description Summary

The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (AME) is responsible for leading the development and implementation of manufacturing processes for new product introductions (NPI) and continuous improvement of existing production lines. This role plays a critical part in ensuring product quality, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness through innovative tooling, fixturing, and process design. The AME will collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, and quality to drive excellence in manufacturing execution.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process development and introduction for new products, ensuring readiness of the supply chain and manufacturing systems.
• Design and validate tooling, fixturing, and equipment for complex mechanical systems, particularly in MRI or similar high-tech environments.
• Drive productivity and quality improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, and DFx methodologies.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation including work instructions, control plans, and validation protocols.
• Support early manufacturability assessments during product design phases.
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues related to methods, tooling, equipment, and product design.
• Lead prototype builds and ensure alignment with design intent and production requirements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards, including QMS, GMP, and validation requirements.
• Collaborate globally to share best practices and standardize manufacturing solutions across sites.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering OR an Associates Degree and a minimum of 3 years experience in a related field, OR High School diploma with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process development, or tooling design.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and project planning skills.
• Experience with CAD tools (e.g., CREO, SolidWorks, Windchill) and GD&T.
• Knowledge of metals, plastics, and composite materials.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and DFx principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in MRI or other medical device manufacturing environments.
• Experience in Machining, winding, assembly process
• Six Sigma certified.
• Exposure to GEHC QMS procedures and regulatory compliance.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical systems and hardware testing.
• Experience in global team collaboration and project leadership.

Behavioral Expectations

• Act with humility and build trust.
• Lead with transparency and deliver with focus.
• Lead with a Lean mindset.
• Drive ownership and maintain unyielding integrity.

Additional Information

• Relocation Assistance: Available
• Work Environment: Onsite
• Compensation Grade: LPB2

We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.

GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes