Job Description

Summary As a Lead Cryogenic Engineer, You will be contributing to the design and development of products, solutions and systems. Includes activities linked to technical improvement of existing products and components Responsible for departmental operations planning/execution or is focused on execution of professional activities within a technical discipline. Functions with some autonomy but guided by established policies or review of end results. The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.). 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. Roles and Responsibilities: Perform Cryogenic mechanical design and analysis of superconducting magnets and components used in MRI systems, including but not limited to the following: . Thermodynamics 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 lean initiatives . Provide creative solutions to unstructured product and system design issues from both factory and field Educational Qualifications: MS Mechanical, Cryogenic, Thermal or related Engineering Experience. Required Qualifications: Hands on hardware experience with cryogenic systems and components. Direct design & analysis experience of cryogenic systems, components & liquid helium systems FEA and/or CFD. Experience with ANSYS (preferred) Ability to work with cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams. Desired Characteristics: Expertise with Gifford-McMahon cryogenic refrigeration systems. 5+ years experience in superconducting magnet and/or gradient coil design or other high tech industry such as aircraft, optics, satellite, with close coupling to a manufacturing team. Expertise with high vacuum systems, getters, cryopumps and helium leak testing. Expertise with Liquid Helium and Liquid Nitrogen transfer systems and cryogenic data acquisition systems. Expertise with material properties and machine design at cryogenic temperatures. Experience in a cryogenic component or system-manufacturing environment. Knowledge of the liquid helium industry Paper to product experience with ability to read and apply GD&T. Flexibility in handling challenging, multi-tasking workload Experience in numerical analysis tools and optimization methods. Leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal skills Strong written and verbal communication skills. Capability to generate innovative concepts Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Certification. Inclusion and Diversity GE Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. 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. 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. #LI-LM1 #LI-Hybrid

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