MRI Cryogenic Systems Engineer

GE HealthCare; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Job summary

GE HealthCare in Florence, SC seeks a Cryogenic Engineer to lead design, development, and support of superconducting MRI magnet cryogenic systems. You will partner with product, manufacturing, and service teams to deliver reliable, cost-conscious solutions for installed base MRI systems worldwide.

The role requires hands-on cryogenic experience, thermal analysis expertise, and a strong engineering problem-solving mindset.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Cryogenic Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Hands-on experience with cryogenic systems or components.
• Experience designing, analyzing, or testing cryogenic or thermal systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze cryogenic components and systems used in superconducting MRI magnets
• Perform thermal and heat transfer analyses, including heat load calculations, heat budgets, and verification testing
• Support the thermal and structural design of cryogenic hardware and assemblies
• Develop, execute, and document verification and validation activities for cryogenic components and instrumentation
• Analyze reliability and performance of cryogenic systems and components
• Support manufacturing and production teams with cryogenic and vacuum system expertise
• Drive initiatives to reduce cryogen consumption and improve system efficiency
• Investigate and resolve cryogenic, thermal, and vacuum-related issues impacting fielded MRI systems
• Conduct failure analyses and implement corrective actions
• Develop service tools and processes that support cryogen filling, maintenance, and safety
• Analyze installed base performance data to identify trends and drive product improvements
• Prepare and present technical analyses, design reviews, and engineering reports
• Develop component specifications, test plans, and supplier requirements
• Lead engineering productivity projects focused on product cost and lifecycle cost reduction

Skills

Hands-on cryogenic experience

Thermal analysis

Heat transfer knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical/Thermal/Cryogenic Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

FEA

CFD

Job description

GE HealthCare in Florence, SC seeks a Cryogenic Engineer to lead design, development, and support of superconducting MRI magnet cryogenic systems. You will partner with product, manufacturing, and service teams to deliver reliable, cost-conscious solutions for installed base MRI systems worldwide.

The role requires hands-on cryogenic experience, thermal analysis expertise, and a strong engineering problem-solving mindset.