Advanced Manufacturing Engineer – Welding Engineer Job at GE HealthCare in Flore

Overview

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer – Welding Engineer responsible for leadership, planning and technical support for the introduction of welding processes for New Product development and continuous improvement of existing production lines. Ensure product quality, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness through tooling, fixturing, and process design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, and quality to drive excellence in manufacturing execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead process development and introduction for new products, ensuring readiness of the supply chain and manufacturing systems.
• Design and validate tooling, fixturing, and equipment for complex mechanical systems, particularly in MRI or similar high-tech environments.
• Drive product quality improvement by identifying welding issues, developing cost-effective welding solutions, and overseeing successful implementation into production.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation including work instructions, control plans, and validation protocols. Prepare and qualify Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR).
• Ensure early focus on welding and fabrication items in NPI and/or Advanced Technology programs. Drive rigor in process capability assessment, process layout, and technology plays within QMS Design Transfer execution.
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues related to methods, tooling, equipment, and product design.
• Lead prototype builds and ensure alignment with design intent and production requirements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards, including QMS, GMP, and validation requirements.
• Collaborate globally to share best practices and standardize manufacturing solutions across sites.
• Support AME initiatives with wide business impact and share best practices across plants and Global Supply Chain.
• Serve as the MR representative to regulatory bodies on welding/Site Weld Supervisor as applicable.
• Oversee training and qualification of Welding and Welding Operators in accordance with TUV, ISO, ASME, AWS and other codes and standards.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering OR an Associate Degree with a minimum of 3 years experience in a related field, OR High School diploma with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Knowledge of robotic welding, equipment specification, and robotic programming. Knowledge of automated aluminum MIG welding and automated MIG carbon and stainless steel welding.
• Experience in design of welding jigs and fixtures.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process development, or tooling design.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and project planning skills.
• Knowledge of metals, plastics, and composite materials.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and DFx principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in MRI or other medical device manufacturing environments.
• Six Sigma certified.
• Exposure to GEHC QMS procedures and regulatory compliance.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical systems and hardware testing.
• Experience with CAD tools (e.g., CREO, SolidWorks, Windchill) and GD&T.
• Experience in global team collaboration and project leadership.
• Act with humility and build trust. Lead with transparency and deliver with focus. Lead with a Lean mindset. Drive ownership and maintain unyielding integrity.

We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

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 may have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes