Lead Mechanical Engineer

HC1316 GE Precision Healthcare LLC; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Competitive compensation

Job summary

GE HealthCare in Florence, SC is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and analyze superconducting magnets for MRI systems. You will participate in cross-functional product development from concept through service, with emphasis on structural analysis, prototyping, testing, and documentation.

You will perform complex calculations, work with suppliers and manufacturing, and ensure design integrity across lifecycle stages while seeking improvements to reliability and performance.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical and Structural design and analysis of superconducting magnets and components used in MRI systems.
• Lead prototype build activities to ensure design intent and drive to closure on site issues.
• Prepare drawings and models with dimensions and tolerances using 2D/3D CAD; manage BOMs and engineering change processes.

Skills

Mechanical design

FEA

Engineering calculations

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

PRO/E

Creo

Job description

Job Description Summary Based in our Florence, SC location, this Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the structural design and analysis of Superconducting magnets for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) at GE Healthcare. This role will work with cross-functional teams to design, develop, manufacture and service complex state-of-the-art MRI systems and components throughout all phases of the product development life cycle. Activities include detailed mechanical, structural, and thermodynamic design of sub-systems and components related to MRI magnets, including analysis, simulation, documentation, prototyping, testing, verification, and integration of hardware. There is a lot of latitude for design improvements in this role.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Mechanical and Structural design and analysis of superconducting magnets and components used in MRI systems Participate and lead prototype build activities to ensure compliance with design intent Design leadership of productivity and quality projects (both product cost and life cycle quality or reliability improvements) Support current MR system installed base designs and field issues and drive to closure on site issues and investigations.
• Work from product specifications and requirements to develop component and assembly geometry, specify materials, and establish acceptable performance standards.
• Perform complex calculations, analyses, and testing to verify assumptions and performance.
• Work independently and possess a level of engineering competency necessary to complete and execute engineering project tasks with minimal oversight.
• Seek senior and peer review of project and engineering work to ensure accuracy and rigor.
• Candidate must be willing to work in an open environment where review and feedback on engineering work is actively sought and freely given.
• Engage in all phases of new product development, including concept, architecture, documentation, design, prototype, test, supplier interfaces, manufacturing introduction and service support.
• Prepare using 2D and 3D CAD software, detailed drawings, and component and assembly models complete with calculated dimensions and tolerances.
• Prepare engineering change requests, engineering change notices, bills of material, engineering specifications, and customer change requests.
• Direct the construction and testing of prototype and pilots, and conduct analysis of the test results.
• Interface directly with manufacturing employees to clarify questions on drawings and designs.
• Assist manufacturing in troubleshooting production issues on standard and special products.

Required Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• 3+ years relevant work experience and knowledge of applied mechanical engineering design, analysis, and verification of mechanical systems.
• Working knowledge of FEA using ANSYS or other Multiphysics simulation packages.
• Knowledge of industry and academic practices and standards related to mechanical design and fabrication in a product environment.
• Experience with mechanical tools, including hand tools, fabrication tools, and measurement equipment.
• Modeling skills with experience in solid modeling packages such as PRO/E.

Desired Characteristics

• 2-3 years’ experience working with ProEngineering/Creo for mechanical engineering design of medical products.
• Knowledge and experience of different manufacturing processes related to metal fabrication and welding.
• Understanding of mechanical design and pressure vessel standards.
• Experience with numerical analysis tools and optimization methods.
• Hands on hardware experience on mechanical systems and components.
• Paper to product experience with ability to read and apply GD&T

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

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

At GE HealthCare, we see possibilities through innovation. We’re partnering with our customers to fulfill healthcare’s greatest potential through groundbreaking medical technology, intelligent devices, and care solutions. Better tools enabling better patient care. Together, we are not only building a healthier future but living our purpose to create a world where healthcare has no limits.