LSS Mechanical Engineering Co-op

gehc; Alabama; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

GE HealthCare is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Co‑op for Life Support Systems in anesthesia and infant care. You will support development, focusing on mechanical design, testing, and analysis within a regulated medical device environment, gaining hands-on experience across the product lifecycle to enhance patient safety and reliability.

You will work with senior engineers, perform CAD modeling (Creo/SolidWorks), run analyses, assist in verifications, and collaborate with cross‑functional

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering (with a mechanical emphasis).
• Strong understanding of statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, and thermodynamics.
• Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo).
• Excellent problem-solving and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in design, development, and testing of mechanical components and assemblies for LSS products.
• Conduct CAD modeling and drafting using Creo or equivalent.
• Perform mechanical analyses, including stress, thermal, and fluid dynamics simulations, under supervision.
• Support the execution of design verification testing, including test fixture design and data collection.
• Analyze test data, generate reports, and present findings to engineering teams.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of engineering documentation, including specifications, drawings, and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

FEA

Job description

GE HealthCare provides transformational medical technologies and services that are shaping a new age of patient care. Our expertise in medical imaging and information technologies, medical diagnostics, life support solutions, patient monitoring systems, performance improvement, drug discovery, and biopharmaceutical manufacturing technologies is helping clinicians around the world re‑imagine new ways to predict, diagnose, inform and treat disease, so their patients can live their lives to the fullest.

GE HealthCare Mechanical Engineering Co‑ops work on a variety of assignments with responsibilities and hands‑on involvement in product design cycles. There will be project‑oriented assignments where a manager and mentor are assigned for support. These positions will work primarily with Anesthesia products in our Patient Care Solutions - Life Supporting Systems business segment.

Job Description

Job Summary

The LSS Mechanical Engineering Co‑op will support the development and improvement of life supporting products (anesthesia and infant care), focusing on mechanical design, testing, and analysis within a regulated medical device environment. This role provides hands‑on experience in the entire product lifecycle, contributing to patient safety and product reliability.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design, development, and testing of mechanical components and assemblies for LSS products.
• Conduct CAD modeling and drafting using industry‑standard software (e.g., Creo or equivalent).
• Perform mechanical analyses, including stress, thermal, and fluid dynamics simulations, under supervision.
• Support the execution of design verification testing, including test fixture design and data collection.
• Analyze test data, generate reports, and present findings to engineering teams.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to problem‑solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of engineering documentation, including specifications, drawings, and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including electrical engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance.

Basic Qualifications

• Demonstrated strong academic performance through relevant coursework, projects, research, leadership experiences, or other academic achievements.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering (with a mechanical emphasis).
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, and thermodynamics.
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo).
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong academic performance, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Proficiency in CAD software and experience with FEA software (e.g., ANSYS, ABAQUS).
• Previous co‑op or internship experience in a relevant industry (medical devices, aerospace, etc.).

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