Lead Ultrasound Engineer

Lead Ultrasound Engineer

Location: On-site office Seattle, WA and/or remote US locations* (for the right candidate)

Classification: Full-Time

Who we are

United Imaging is a leading global medical device developer and supplier with a diversified portfolio of advanced medical products, digital healthcare solutions, and intelligent solutions that cover the entire process of imaging diagnosis and treatment.

The Ultrasound Business Unit of United Imaging is building a global team covering product management, product development, clinical applications, and research. We are establishing an Ultrasound R&D team in the Seattle area. Our Seattle team’s focus is innovation in high-performance ultrasound imaging that benefits our customers and their patients in clinically meaningful ways.

Join our innovative team with the mission of developing and supplying advanced technologies and improving patient care worldwide. As part of our global team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.

Company Page: http://www.united-imaging.com/en/home/

Benefits and Compensation

When joining our team, we offer the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, company paid basic life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, sick leave, and (11) paid holidays. Compensation decisions are based upon the candidate level of skill, qualifications, geographical location and experience, and it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the posted pay range. Additionally, the position may also be eligible to earn performance-based incentive compensation (such as cash bonus(es)).

Job Description

We are seeking ambitious Ultrasound Engineers to contribute to the design, development, and optimization of imaging modes and features for our ultrasound imaging platforms. This position could be opened at multiple levels including Principal, Lead, and Senior depending upon years of experience in relation to posted requirements. As the Lead Ultrasound Engineer, you are responsible for ensuring world-class imaging performance on our products that meet our customers’ needs. You will integrate a range of transducers onto ultrasound imaging platforms and assess clinical value. You will develop software tools, image and data analytics infrastructure, and test methods to facilitate pre-clinical and clinical evaluation. You will regularly collaborate with a global, cross-functional team that includes Product Managers, Clinical Application Specialists, and R&D colleagues (e.g., hardware, software, mechanical, and transducer engineers).

Your key responsibilities include:

• Design and development of the full ultrasound signal path (from transmit to display) for imaging modes and advanced features
• Technical leadership on echocardiography, including 3D/4D volumetric imaging
• Technical leadership on image performance, including algorithm research and development, pre-clinical and clinical image optimization, verification and validation
• Leadership of new product development activities, including design requirements and specifications, test method development, verification, and related documentation that complies with medical device regulations, standards, and our quality system
• Collaboration with global Ultrasound team to integrate transducers onto ultrasound platforms
• Participation in development of workflow automation features, including AI-based algorithms
• Mentorship and coaching of early-career team members in order to elevate R&D capabilities of team
• Contribution to company’s IP portfolio, including development of invention disclosures and patent applications
• Support for collaborations with clinical institutions and universities on innovation projects
• Maintain knowledge (e.g., publications, conferences) of state-of-the-art and trends in imaging technologies and reporting to global team

To be successful in this role, you should have the following skills and experience:

• Master’s or PhD degree in relevant engineering or science discipline (PhD preferred)
• 8 years (6 years with a PhD) of medical ultrasound imaging experience with a progression of impact to your teams
• Substantial experience in medical ultrasound product development, including as an R&D contributor on multiple products from concept stage through commercialization stage
• Expertise in ultrasound physics, signal and image processing, numerical modeling, and algorithm development
• Experience in echocardiography and/or image quality optimization is preferred
• Demonstrated experience using fast prototyping software (e.g., MATLAB, Python)
• Demonstrated experience with C/C++ development and/or GPU programming with CUDA
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence a highly technical group
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for multiple levels of an organization
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and agile environment with minimal direction, including on global teams
• Working knowledge of relevant medical device regulations and guidance (e.g., ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 62304, IEC 60601)
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally at least 10%
• Demonstrated Passion for Change

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

United Imaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, equity, and inclusion matter. United Imaging provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Are You Looking for Something Different?

Are you interested in ultrasound imaging innovation, but feel that you may not be a match for this position or that the timing for a job transition is not right? We will be expanding our Seattle-area Ultrasound R&D team over the next several years and be looking for talent across a range of skills and experience. We encourage you to reach out to us and start a conversation.

To learn more about United Imaging, visit our company page (https://www.united-imaging.com/en) and check us out on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/united-imaging-healthcare/