Job Description Summary

As a leading global medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostics, and digital solutions innovator, GE HealthCare enables clinicians to make faster, more informed decisions through intelligent devices, data analytics, applications and services, supported by its Edison intelligence platform. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture of respect, transparency, and unyielding integrity. As a Research Engineer - Power Electronics, you will be involved in the design, build, and test of power converters for advanced MR systems, x-ray generation, and novel healthcare systems. You will work in a collaborative team environment in the development of advanced power conversion concepts as well as their implementation for clinical applications.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will contribute to the planning, development, and transition of technologies from concept to products and/or services for GE HealthCare businesses and customers.  You will:

• Conduct power electronics research through modeling, simulation, and design of power electronic circuits and controls
• Develop and test power converters devices
• Develop and test control solutions for power converters devices 
• Participate with multi-disciplinary teams in the development of new power technologies and capabilities for GE HealthCare's next generation product platforms  
• Innovate in the power electronics space  
• Effectively communicate results by preparing written reports and making presentations that describe analyses and solutions  
• Connect the organization to the latest technology developments and trends in industry  
• Contribute to proposals for internal programs as well as government agencies

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field with experience developing power electronics and controls OR a Masters degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience developing power electronics and controls
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals at the Masters level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. 
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY. 
• Must be 18 years or older. 

Desired Characteristics

• Proficiency with model-based circuit design tools such as PLECS, Matlab/Simulink, LTSpice, or similar
• Familiarity with power electronics for medical applications
• Experience with thermal modeling and/or design of power devices and convertors for kW to MW scale applications
• Experience with hybrid power systems including energy storage
• Familiar with pulse power design
• Experience in the specification and development of power magnetic components
• Experience with power electronics controls - including general knowledge of embedded firmware
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.

For U.S. based positions only, the pay range for this position is $97,600.00-$146,400.00 Annual. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the pay range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience and location. In addition, this position may also be eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). GE HealthCare offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Additional Information

While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.