Lead Manufacturing Test Engineer
GE HealthCare · State College, PA · 1 wk ago
On-siteQuality AssuranceFull-time
Roles & Responsibilities
- Own and maintain manufacturing test systems used for functional, performance, quality, and safety verification of CVUS ultrasound probes.
- Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for test system failures, yield issues, and test escapes.
- Develop, validate, and release test hardware, test fixtures, instrumentation, and test software to support current and next-generation products.
- Ensure test systems meet regulatory, safety, and quality requirements (e.g., electrical safety, acoustic performance, traceability).
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives for manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment to improve yield, cycle time, reliability, and cost.
- Identify and implement opportunities for automation, error proofing, and test optimization.
- Support manufacturing line capacity expansions, product introductions, and engineering changes.
- Partner locally and globally with Manufacturing Engineering, R&D, Quality, Supplier Quality, and Operations to resolve production issues and implement sustainable solutions.
- Provide technical input for risk assessments (PFMEA), control plans, validation activities, and calibration requirements.
- Develop in-depth expertise in ultrasound probe manufacturing and test technologies.
- Provide technical mentorship for junior engineers and technicians; provide informal guidance and training.
- Identify areas of continuous improvement for tooling/fixturing used in testing processes and other best practices to strengthen product quality and engineering efficiency.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Engineering or a related technical discipline
- Minimum 3 years of experience supporting manufacturing test systems in a regulated industry (medical devices preferred)
- Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and communicate with individuals from all levels of the organization
- Strong understanding of hardware, software, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems
- Demonstrated ability to analyze data, diagnose complex technical problems, and implement robust solutions
- Prioritized organizational and project management skills; ability to plan, document, and execute technical programs
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency with LabVIEW for development, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated manufacturing test systems
- Mechanical design experience using AutoCAD or Solidworks
- Experience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, or similar)