Lead Mechanical Engineer

GE HealthCare; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

GE HealthCare in State College, PA, is seeking a self-motivated Mechanical Engineer to support design updates across an installed base of ultrasound transducers. You will implement mechanical design changes, document improvements, and collaborate with a cross-functional team in a highly regulated medical device environment.

The role focuses on designing housings, cables, and subsystems, managing ECOs and drawings, applying DFM/ DFA, and ensuring FDA/ISO 13485 compliance while delivering robust,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of mechanical design experience in medical devices or a regulated industry.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD Modeling (SolidWorks preferred; Creo acceptable)
• Experience with GD&T, tolerance analysis, and mechanical materials
• Familiarity with measurement tools (CMM, calipers, micrometers)

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical design updates across an existing portfolio of ultrasound transducers
• Translate inputs from manufacturing, quality, and field teams into actionable design solutions
• Design and document new components, as well as modifications to existing parts
• Develop mechanical solutions for transducer housings, cables, accessories, and related subsystems
• Create and manage engineering changes (ECOs), drawings, specifications, and work instructions
• Maintain accurate documentation and configuration control within PLM/PDM systems
• Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles
• Support design verification and validation (V&V) activities
• Participate in design-related risk management processes (e.g., DFMEA)
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, ISO 13485, and internal quality standards
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines and communicate technical updates to stakeholders

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Associate degree with equivalent experience

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

GD&T

CMM

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a self-motivated Mechanical Engineer to support design-related updates across an installed base of ultrasound transducers. This role focuses on implementing mechanical design changes, product improvements, and documentation updates for a diverse portfolio of released products within a highly regulated environment. You will work closely with a cross‑functional engineering team to deliver robust, manufacturable, and compliant design solutions.

At our State College site, teams design, manufacture, and service diagnostic medical ultrasound transducers (probes) used across a wide range of clinical applications including surgery, urology, cardiology, and radiology. As a high‑mix, low‑volume, regulated manufacturing environment, the site combines advanced engineering, precision manufacturing, and lifecycle support to deliver critical imaging technology that enables clinicians to make real‑time decisions in patient care.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support mechanical design updates across an existing portfolio of ultrasound transducers
• Translate inputs from manufacturing, quality, and field teams into actionable design solutions
• Design and document new components, as well as modifications to existing parts
• Develop mechanical solutions for transducer housings, cables, accessories, and related subsystems
• Create and manage engineering changes (ECOs), drawings, specifications, and work instructions
• Maintain accurate documentation and configuration control within PLM/PDM systems
• Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles
• Support design verification and validation (V&V) activities
• Participate in design‑related risk management processes (e.g., DFMEA)
• Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, ISO 13485, and internal quality standards
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines and communicate technical updates to stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred, or Associate degree with equivalent experience
• 3+ years of mechanical design experience in medical devices or a regulated industry preferred
• Proficiency in 3D CAD Modeling (SolidWorks preferred; Creo acceptable)
• Experience with GD&T, tolerance analysis, and mechanical materials
• Familiarity with measurement tools (CMM, calipers, micrometers)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting released or legacy products preferred
• Strong knowledge of DFM processes (machining, injection molding, additive manufacturing)
• Experience with PLM/PDM systems (e.g., Agile, SolidWorks PDM, MyWorkshop)
• Understanding of FDA and ISO 13485 environments preferred
• Strong problem‑solving, organizational, and documentation skills

Why Join Us

• Work on a diverse portfolio of advanced medical devices
• Collaborate in a highly cross‑functional engineering environment
• Contribute directly to the quality and performance of products in clinical use
• Be part of a team focused on continuous improvement and engineering excellence

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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.