Lead Mechanical Engineer

GE HealthCare•State College, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a self-motivated Mechanical Engineer to support design-related updates across an installed base of ultrasound transducers. This role focuses on implementing mechanical design changes, product improvements, and documentation updates for a diverse portfolio of released products within a highly regulated environment. You will work closely with a cross-functional engineering team to deliver robust, manufacturable, and compliant design solutions. At our State College site, teams design, manufacture, and service diagnostic medical ultrasound transducers (probes) used across a wide range of clinical applications including surgery, urology, cardiology, and radiology. As a high-mix, low-volume, regulated manufacturing environment, the site combines advanced engineering, precision manufacturing, and lifecycle support to deliver critical imaging technology that enables clinicians to make real-time decisions in patient care.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred, or Associate degree with equivalent experience
3+ years of mechanical design experience in medical devices or a regulated industry preferred
Proficiency in 3D CAD Modeling (SolidWorks preferred; Creo acceptable)
Experience with GD&T, tolerance analysis, and mechanical materials
Familiarity with measurement tools (CMM, calipers, micrometers)

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting released or legacy products preferred
Strong knowledge of DFM processes (machining, injection molding, additive manufacturing)
Experience with PLM/PDM systems (e.g., Agile, SolidWorks PDM, MyWorkshop)
Understanding of FDA and ISO 13485 environments preferred
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and documentation skills

Responsibilities

Support mechanical design updates across an existing portfolio of ultrasound transducers
Translate inputs from manufacturing, quality, and field teams into actionable design solutions
Design and document new components, as well as modifications to existing parts
Develop mechanical solutions for transducer housings, cables, accessories, and related subsystems
Create and manage engineering changes (ECOs), drawings, specifications, and work instructions
Maintain accurate documentation and configuration control within PLM/PDM systems
Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles
Support design verification and validation (V&V) activities
Participate in design-related risk management processes (e.g., DFMEA)
Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, ISO 13485, and internal quality standards
Collaborate across engineering disciplines and communicate technical updates to stakeholders