Lead Sourcing Engineer - MRI New Product Introduction

Job Description Summary

Help Shape the Future of MRI

We're looking for a Lead Sourcing Engineer to help bring next-generation MRI technologies to market.

In this role, you'll lead sourcing strategy for MR New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, partnering closely with engineering and suppliers from the earliest stages of product development. Working at the intersection of engineering, suppliers, and manufacturing, you'll influence product design, drive early supplier involvement, and accelerate supplier-led innovation to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions.

This is a hands-on, highly collaborative role with the opportunity to directly impact technology development, supplier strategy, and successful product launches.

Location: Florence, SC (Hybrid, 3+ days onsite)

Travel: Up to 20% (Domestic)

Relocation: Available

Sponsorship: Not available for this role

Job Description

What You'll Do

• Lead sourcing strategy and execution for MR NPI programs, from concept through production launch.
• Partner with engineering teams to influence design decisions, manufacturability, cost, and supply chain readiness.
• Identify, qualify, and develop suppliers that meet technical, quality, and business requirements.
• Drive early supplier involvement (ESI) and bring supplier technologies, capabilities, and innovation into product development.
• Support design reviews, value engineering, should-cost analysis, and supplier negotiations.
• Balance innovation, quality, delivery, and cost in sourcing decisions.
• Proactively mitigate technical, quality, and supply chain risks.
• Collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, quality, sourcing, and project management teams to ensure successful launches.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in sourcing, supplier engineering, manufacturing, product development, or supply chain within a technical environment.
• Strong understanding of engineering requirements, technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience working directly with suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
• Experience with complex electromechanical systems, assemblies, or medical devices.
• Experience in supplier development, cost optimization, value engineering, or supplier innovation initiatives.
• Experience in regulated industries such as medical device, aerospace, or automotive.

Why This Role

• Work on next-generation MRI technologies that directly impact patient care.
• Influence product design and supplier strategy early in the development process.
• Drive supplier-led innovation and technology adoption.
• Collaborate with a highly technical, mission-driven team.
• Build your career at the intersection of engineering, innovation, and supply chain leadership.

A Note to Candidates

We know not every candidate will meet every qualification, and that's okay. If you're excited about the opportunity and your experience is close, we encourage you to apply.

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

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes