Lead Cryogenic Engineer

Job Description Summary

Performs Cryogenic mechanical design and analysis of superconducting magnets and components used in MRI systems. Develops, plans, and provides technical support for the introduction of new MRI magnet assembly processes and technologies. Supports improvements to existing products that enhance performance, reliability, or reduce cost.

GE Healthcare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator. Our mission is to improve lives in the moments that matter. Unlock your ambition, turn ideas into world-changing realities, and join an organization where every voice makes a difference, and every difference builds a healthier world.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Thermodynamic and heat transfer analysis, including determination of heat loads, heat budgets and test verification.
• Thermal & Structural design of cryogenic components.
• Verification and Validation of cryogenic components and instrumentation (eg. Valves, burst disks, Temperature sensors, cryocoolers, compressors, etc.).
• Reliability analysis of cryogenic components and systems.
• Manufacturing support of cryogenic and vacuum systems.
• Development of methods to reduce cryogen consumption.
• Failure analysis of cryogenic components (eg. thermal shields, compressors, plumbing).
• Development of service tools to support cryogen filling, maintenance & safety of magnets.
• Installed Base data analysis and reduction. Lead resolution of cryogenic, thermal and vacuum issues relating to Installed Base Systems.
• Maintain competitive advantage by staying current in state of the art in cryogenic technology and recommend / implement innovative changes to product design while justifying cost with well developed business cases.
• Prepare / present design analysis reports and part / assembly drawing reviews.
• Develop product, component test and purchase specifications.
• Design leadership of productivity projects (both product cost and life cycle cost reduction).
• Coordinate cross-functional design, analysis and testing.
• Support manufacturing improvement and lean initiatives.

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Desired Characteristics :

We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors : to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus, and drive ownership -always with unyielding integrity.

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you'd expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you'll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration, and support.

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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