Material Engineer at GE Healthcare

Wuxi, China

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

Master or PhD in Materials or Chemical Engineering
More than 5 years’ experience for Master and 3 years’ experience for PhD in developing new materials and designing new processes with strong troubleshooting experience
Proficiency in the knowledge theory of adhesives (epoxy, cyanoacrylate), chemicals and primer knowledge theory of adhesives (epoxy, cyanoacrylate) and additive industrial processes
Familiar with the process and test method of material configuration and have the experience of epoxy resin bonding process
Experience in developing ultrasound transducers is a plus
Familiar with the properties of acoustic material (piezoelectric ceramic, single crystal, acoustic lens, backing, and match layer) is a plus
Proficiency in English communicate with cross-functional team members
Excellent communication skills both in oral and written (Desired)
The spirit of initiative, ability to motivate, versatility, focused on the results (Desired)
Demonstrated ability to solve problems (Desired)
Personal development skills: curiosity, ambition, enthusiasm, team spirit-oriented results (Desired)

Responsibilities

Responsible for the development and validation of new material (adhesives, primer, piezoelectric ceramic, single crystal, acoustic lens, match layer, backing, thermal material, etc.)
Participate in the development of production process for new material
Participate in the technology roadmap development for new material
Work with the cross-function team to qualify new material suppliers to ensure the supplier’s technical capability and production capacity & quality can meet our requirements
Use the expertise in material to provide continuous supports for NPI, ATD, and VCP projects
Collaborate with design engineer and manufacturing engineer to assess the change or material deviation and solve IB problems
Aware of and comply with the GEHC Quality Manual, Quality Management System, Quality Management Policy, Quality Goals, and applicable laws and regulations as they apply to this job type/position
Complete all planned Quality & Compliance training within the defined deadlines
Identify and report any quality or compliance concerns and take immediate corrective action as required
Ensure compliance/closure of Regulatory and Quality requirements before approving Design Outputs/Program Deliverables
Lead continuous improvement activities by driving the implementation of process and product quality improvement initiatives

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Material DevelopmentMaterial ValidationAdhesivesPiezoelectric CeramicSingle CrystalAcoustic LensMatch LayerBacking MaterialThermal MaterialProduction Process DevelopmentSupplier QualificationNPIQuality ManagementContinuous Improvement

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications are required for the Material Engineer position?

A Master or PhD in Materials or Chemical Engineering is required, with more than 5 years’ experience for Master and 3 years for PhD in developing new materials and designing new processes with strong troubleshooting experience.

What specific technical skills are needed for this role?

Proficiency in adhesives (epoxy, cyanoacrylate), chemicals and primer knowledge, additive industrial processes, epoxy resin bonding process, and familiarity with acoustic materials like piezoelectric ceramic, single crystal, acoustic lens, backing, and match layer are required.

Is experience with ultrasound transducers necessary?

Experience in developing ultrasound transducers is a plus but not required.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the desired characteristics for strong candidates?

Excellent communication skills both oral and written, spirit of initiative, ability to motivate, versatility, focus on results, and demonstrated ability are desired.

GE Healthcare

Healthcare technology and data analytics provider

About GE Healthcare

GE Healthcare provides a range of healthcare technologies and services aimed at improving patient care. Its main products include imaging systems, mobile diagnostic devices, patient monitoring solutions, and advanced software for data analysis. These products help medical professionals make informed decisions and enhance the efficiency of healthcare delivery. Unlike many competitors, GE Healthcare invests significantly in research and development, allocating $1 billion each year to innovate and enhance its offerings. The company’s goal is to support healthcare providers in delivering better patient outcomes, as evidenced by its technology supporting over 300,000 patients daily and managing 2 billion patient scans each year.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

1892Year Founded

N/ACompany Stage

Data & Analytics, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Risks

Emerging AR technologies increase competition in medical imaging.

Regulatory challenges may delay AI application expansions in healthcare.

Dependence on clinical trial success for new product market positioning.

Differentiation

GE Healthcare invests $1 billion annually in R&D for product innovation.

The company supports over 300,000 patients daily with its healthcare technologies.

GE Healthcare's AIR Recon DL offers 3D motion-insensitive imaging for enhanced MRI quality.

Upsides

Acquisition of Caption Health expands AI-powered ultrasound capabilities.

Successful Phase III trial of [18F]flurpiridaz enhances coronary artery disease detection.

Collaboration with Wayra accelerates digital health innovation in EMEA.

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