Engineering Manager – Program Integration

GE HealthCare•Waukesha, WI

About The Position

The Engineering Manager – Program Integration is responsible for overseeing all program integration activities for New Product Introductions (NPIs) and Installed Base programs executed by the Waukesha Innovation Center (WIC) for the Premium MR segment. This role ensures end to end program success by driving the strategic development of integrated, cross functional program plans and leading disciplined execution through structured, cadenced operating mechanisms. The position holds clear accountability for cost, quality, and schedule performance across all integrated program activities. This role provides direct leadership to the Lead Program Integrators (LPIs) and Lead Coil Integrators (LCIs) within the WIC Program Management Office (PMO)—two cornerstone roles on the program core team. The Engineering Manager is responsible for guiding and developing the LPI team to drive program integration excellence across the organization, ensuring the adoption and consistent execution of standard work and effective daily management practices. Simultaneously, this role leads the LCI team in integrating world class third party coil solutions into product configurations, a responsibility that requires strong MR technical expertise paired with proven project leadership capability. In addition to people leadership and program execution responsibilities, the position will dedicate a portion of time to strategic initiatives. These efforts include, but are not limited to, advancing program execution strategies within an Agile Framework, strengthening Integrated Program Planning (IPP) excellence, and implementing effective bay asset management practices. This position reports to the Senior Director of Program Management and Integration at the Waukesha Innovation Center. The role provides a high degree of autonomy and requires sound functional and operational judgment to achieve business objectives and deliver program outcomes. The ideal candidate will bring deep program integration expertise, strong people leadership capability, and proficiency in quality systems, as well as broad functional and program management awareness and business planning acumen. The Engineering Manager – Program Integration works closely with cross disciplinary engineering teams and cross functional business partners across the MR organization to ensure successful, integrated program delivery.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering Discipline or equivalent.
Minimum 10 years of engineering experience in product design and development environment with at least 3 years of program integration and leadership experience.
Deep functional expertise in relevant engineering discipline and problem solving.
Demonstrated ability to operate and deliver in a global team.
Understanding of cross-functional perspectives and ability to influence and deliver the right solutions.
Excellent communication, influencing skills and ability to gain buy-in for initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Program management experience in a fast-paced, global environment.
Demonstrated ability to deliver results while working on multiple projects simultaneously, balancing resources, timing and quality of outcomes.
People leadership experience with proven mentoring and coaching abilities; demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others.
Proven ability to work cross-functionally and create teamwork across organizations and with senior leaders.
Strong willingness to engage with the team and provide real-time, hands on support in engineering program integration and leadership.
Demonstrated awareness and engagement in the Agile Framework development methodologies.
Experience as either a Scrum Master, Product Owner or program leader within the framework.

Responsibilities

Own and lead all program integration activities for New Product Introductions (NPIs) executed by the Waukesha Innovation Center (WIC) for the Premium segment of MR.
Develop and maintain integrated, cross‑functional program plans , ensuring alignment across engineering, operations, supply chain, quality, and business stakeholders.
Execute programs through structured, cadenced operating mechanisms with accountability for cost, quality, schedule, and risk management.
Provide direct people leadership to the Lead Program Integrators (LPIs) and Lead Coil Integrators (LCIs) within the WIC Program Management Office (PMO).
Lead and develop the LPI team to drive program integration excellence across the organization, including the establishment, adoption, and sustainment of standard work and effective daily management practices.
Lead the LCI team to successfully integrate world‑class third‑party coil solutions into product configurations, balancing MR technical excellence with disciplined project execution.
Advance program execution strategies within the Agile Framework, driving consistency, transparency, and predictable delivery outcomes.
Champion Integrated Program Planning (IPP) excellence, ensuring robust upfront planning and seamless execution across program phases.
Support and implement bay asset management strategies to optimize the utilization of engineering and lab resources.
Apply strong quality systems knowledge to ensure compliance, robust design processes, and continual improvement throughout program execution.
Exercise independent functional and operational judgment in decision‑making to achieve business objectives and successful program outcomes.
Partner closely with cross‑disciplinary engineering teams and cross‑functional business leaders across the MR organization to drive alignment, resolve issues, and deliver integrated solutions.
Contribute to strategic initiatives within the Program Management and Integration function as needed to support organizational priorities.
Foster collaboration between program leaders and integrators, engineers, bay technicians, facilities personnel, leadership and cross-functional teams to drive great program execution and business results.
Engage in and lead business planning processes, recruitment, retention, talent acquisition, development, and mentoring.
Create and maintain an organizational culture which encourages innovation, collaboration, excitement/commitment and a sense of urgency toward goals, and continuous improvement.
Challenge team members to question the status quo and ensure that all aspects of the design, development and support processes are optimal for the industrial/commercial market.
Design and direct the work of the team. Select, coach and develop individuals. Set clear expectations to inspire and motivate the team. Manage performance, recognize achievement, provide feedback and administer progressive discipline when necessary.