Engineering Program Manager - Xray

GE HealthCare; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

GE HealthCare’s Bone and Metabolic Health (BMH) is seeking a dynamic Program Manager to lead cross‑functional teams delivering innovative healthcare solutions. You will oversee planning, execution, and delivery of strategic programs aligned to timelines, budgets, and quality standards in a fast‑paced, global environment.

This role is based onsite in Madison or Waukesha, WI, and requires strong leadership, technical acumen, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to advance bone

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, healthcare, business, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of program or project management experience in healthcare, medical devices, or a related industry.
• Experience in medical imaging, diagnostics, or bone/metabolic health is a plus.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to influence and align diverse stakeholders.
• Strong project management expertise and data‑driven decision making.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485) and healthcare compliance.
• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Jira, or similar).
• Customer‑focused with a passion for improving patient care.
• Adaptable and thrives in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment.
• Strategic thinker with a hands‑on execution approach.

Responsibilities

• Program Planning & Execution: Develop and manage comprehensive program plans, including scope, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation, to deliver BMH projects on time and within budget.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead multidisciplinary teams (engineering, product development, clinical, regulatory, marketing, and supply chain).
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary contact for internal teams, senior leadership, and external partners, providing regular updates on status, risks, and opportunities.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks to ensure successful outcomes.
• Product Development Support: Collaborate with R&D and product teams to drive development and commercialization of BMH solutions.
• Regulatory & Compliance: Ensure programs meet FDA/CE Mark requirements and GE Healthcare quality standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive lean initiatives and data‑driven improvements in delivery and efficiency.
• Market Alignment: Work with marketing/commercial teams to meet customer needs and market trends.
• Onsite position and global collaboration in a fast‑paced environment.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Program management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Regulatory familiarity

MS Project/Jira

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/healthcare/business

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

Job Description Summary
GE Healthcare’s Bone and Metabolic Health (BMH) business is seeking a dynamic Program Manager to lead cross‑functional teams in delivering innovative healthcare solutions that improve patient outcomes in bone health, osteoporosis management, and metabolic disease diagnostics. The Program Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, budgets, and quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, technical acumen, and the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in a fast‑paced, global environment.

Job Description Summary
GE Healthcare’s Bone and Metabolic Health (BMH) business is seeking a dynamic Program Manager to lead cross‑functional teams in delivering innovative healthcare solutions that improve patient outcomes in bone health, osteoporosis management, and metabolic disease diagnostics. The Program Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, budgets, and quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, technical acumen, and the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in a fast‑paced, global environment.

Job Description

• This position is based onsite in either Madison or Waukesha, WI**

At GE Healthcare, we are committed to advancing precision health and empowering clinicians to diagnose and treat bone and metabolic conditions with confidence. As a Program Manager in our BMH business, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare, working with cutting‑edge technologies and collaborating with a global team dedicated to making a difference.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Program Planning & Execution: Develop and manage comprehensive program plans, including scope, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation, to deliver BMH projects on time and within budget.


• Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead multidisciplinary teams (engineering, product development, clinical, regulatory, marketing, and supply chain) to ensure seamless collaboration and alignment on program goals.


• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for internal teams, senior leadership, and external partners (e.g., healthcare providers, regulatory bodies), providing regular updates on program status, risks, and opportunities.


• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks, proactively addressing challenges to ensure successful outcomes.


• Product Development Support: Collaborate with R&D and product teams to drive the development and commercialization of BMH solutions, including imaging systems, diagnostic tools, and software for bone density and metabolic health.


• Regulatory & Compliance: Ensure programs adhere to global regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, CE Mark) and GE Healthcare’s quality standards.


• Continuous Improvement: Drive process improvements, leveraging lean methodologies and data‑driven insights to optimize program delivery and operational efficiency.


• Market Alignment: Work closely with marketing and commercial teams to ensure programs meet customer needs and align with market trends in bone and metabolic health.
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, healthcare, business, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.


• Proven track record of leading complex, cross‑functional programs from concept to commercialization.


• Experience in medical imaging, diagnostics, or bone/metabolic health is a plus. 10+ years of program or project management experience in healthcare, medical devices, or a related industry


• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to influence and align diverse stakeholders.


• Strong project management expertise


• Analytical mindset with the ability to solve complex problems and make data‑driven decisions.


• Familiarity with regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485) and healthcare compliance.


• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, or similar).


• Customer‑focused with a passion for improving patient care.


• Adaptable and thrives in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment.


• Strategic thinker with a hands‑on approach to execution.


• Onsite position
  

Preferred Characteristics

• Knowledge of bone densitometry, DXA (Dual‑Energy X‑ray Absorptiometry), or metabolic imaging technologies.


• Experience working in a global organization with distributed teams.


• Lean Six Sigma certification or similar process improvement training.
  

Onsite

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