Lead Mechanical Engineer - Gradient Coils

HC1316 GE Precision Healthcare LLC; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

HC1316 GE Precision Healthcare LLC in Florence, Kentucky, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer responsible for the design and analysis of MRI gradient coils. The role involves leading the structural and thermal design processes, and utilizing advanced finite-element analysis for optimal solutions.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in Mechanical Engineering, along with 5-10 years of design experience, and proficiency in simulation tools such as ANSYS. GE HealthCare offers professional development and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of mechanical design and analysis experience.
• Demonstrated experience in structural failure analysis and fatigue design.
• Proficiency in simulation tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead thermal and structural design of MRI gradient coils.
• Perform advanced finite-element analysis for thermal and structural designs.
• Define and execute verification strategies including thermal-mechanical testing.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing and field teams.

Skills

Experience with complex electromechanical systems

Hands-on expertise in failure analysis

Strong test-lab experience

Exposure to simulation-driven development

Solid modeling experience with Creo

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

MS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

COMSOL

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the thermal and structural design, analysis, and verification of MRI gradient coils. This role partners with cross‑functional teams across the full product lifecycle—from concept and design through manufacturing, verification, and field support—to deliver high‑performance, reliable, and manufacturable gradient coil solutions for state‑of‑the‑art MRI systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead thermal and structural design of MRI gradient coils and supporting components; develop innovative solutions that meet performance, reliability, cost, and manufacturability requirements; own mechanical design trade‑offs and align with system‑level requirements.
• Perform advanced finite‑element analysis (FEA) for thermal and structural analyses, incorporating all modes of heat transfer and temperature‑dependent material properties; conduct nonlinear, modal, and fatigue analyses of complex geometries.
• Develop and apply accurate material models for metals, plastics, epoxies, and fiber‑reinforced composites.
• Define and execute verification strategies, including thermal‑mechanical testing and correlation of test data with analytical models.
• Design test setups and instrumentation using strain gauges, accelerometers, thermocouples, pressure sensors, thermal imaging, and DAQ systems; participate in prototype build activities and ensure compliance with design intent.
• Prepare and present high‑quality design analysis reports, drawings, and technical reviews; develop component specifications, test plans, and procurement requirements.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and field teams to resolve design and performance issues.
• Provide technical leadership for cost, quality, reliability, and lifecycle improvement initiatives; deliver structured solutions to unstructured factory and field problems using sound engineering judgment.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience working with complex electromechanical systems.
• Hands‑on expertise in failure analysis and root‑cause investigation.
• Strong test‑lab experience with direct involvement in setup, execution, and data interpretation.
• Exposure to simulation‑driven development approaches such as digital twins, reduced‑order modeling, or AI‑assisted workflows.
• Solid modeling experience with Creo or equivalent.

Required Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 5–10 years of mechanical design and analysis experience.
• Demonstrated experience in structural failure analysis and fatigue design.
• Proficiency in ANSYS (preferred) or similar tools (Abaqus, COMSOL).

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience).

Employment Conditions

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