Project Engineer

Job Title: Product Engineer - Ultrasound Probe Repair Technologies

Job Description

This role focuses on designing and implementing innovative ultrasound probe repair technologies while continuously improving existing processes and capabilities. You will reverse-engineer OEM ultrasound probes, develop comprehensive repair solutions, and refine current solutions for better manufacturability, efficiency, and cost savings. The work involves micro-scale electrical and mechanical technologies and requires a hands-on mechanical skill set with functional knowledge of basic electrical circuitry. You will collaborate closely with operations and technical teams to solve daily technical challenges and support urgent customer needs in a fast-paced repair manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement new ultrasound probe repair technologies that meet quality, reliability, and performance requirements.
• Reverse-engineer OEM ultrasound probes to understand design intent and develop comprehensive repair solutions.
• Improve existing repair solutions to enhance manufacturability, process efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
• Work with micro-scale electrical and mechanical components, including ultrasound arrays, plastic lenses and housings, mechanical articulation systems, printed circuit boards, cables, system interface connectors, PCBs, flexes, and surface mount technologies.
• Design and iterate mechanical components using SolidWorks, 3D printing, rapid prototyping, and machining processes.
• Develop and refine fixtures and jigs to support repeatable, high-quality repair and manufacturing processes.
• Apply GD&T principles to ensure precise and robust mechanical designs.
• Collaborate with the operations technical team to resolve daily and weekly technical issues and support urgent customer needs.
• Conduct time studies and identify opportunities for process improvement and productivity gains.
• Apply Design of Experiments (DOE) and LEAN manufacturing principles to design, validate, and implement improved processes.
• Manage and optimize design for manufacturability, focusing on quality, robustness, ease of manufacture, and cost management.
• Interface with existing suppliers and research new suppliers to access additional capabilities and technologies.
• Contribute to new product introduction and product development processes for repair solutions.
• Coordinate and manage projects related to product design, process implementation, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate across all levels of the business in an immersive, shop-floor environment, taking on multiple functions and responsibilities as needed.
• Maintain a proactive, "see a need, fill a need" approach by identifying and addressing technical and process gaps.
• Support documentation and standardization of repair and manufacturing processes to ensure consistency and quality.

Essential Skills

• Strong hands-on mechanical engineering skill set with functional knowledge of basic electrical circuitry.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D mechanical design and modeling.
• Experience with 3D printing and rapid prototyping to develop and iterate design concepts quickly.
• CNC and manual machining experience with aluminum, plastics, and composite materials.
• Knowledge of soft and injection molding processes for plastic components.
• Experience in fixturing and jig design to support manufacturing and repair operations.
• Working knowledge of GD&T for precise and controlled mechanical design.
• Familiarity with complex machines and equipment used in manufacturing and repair environments.
• Familiarity with PCB and surface mount technology and their application in electronic assemblies.
• Basic understanding of AC and DC circuits and their behavior in electronic systems.
• Demonstrated ability to design for manufacturability with a focus on quality, robustness, ease of manufacture, productivity, and cost management.
• Experience with process design and improvement, including time studies and process implementation.
• Understanding and practical application of LEAN manufacturing principles.
• Ability to recognize improvement opportunities and take initiative in addressing them.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills, with the ability to work closely with operations and technical teams.
• Ability to perform in a dynamic environment with changing demands and priorities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in new product introduction and product development processes, particularly for repair or manufacturing solutions.
• Experience in electrical components and systems as they relate to complex electromechanical products.
• Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) to optimize processes and validate design changes.
• Project management experience, including planning, coordinating, and executing technical projects.
• Experience working with suppliers, including interfacing with existing partners and researching new suppliers to expand capabilities.
• Intellectual curiosity and an action-oriented mindset, with a desire to tackle complex technical challenges.
• Ability to excel in a collaborative environment and interact effectively with individuals at all levels of the business.
• Comfort working with very small or micro-scale electrical and mechanical technologies.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability for results.

Work Environment

This position is based on site in a repair manufacturing facility focused on ultrasound probe technologies. You will work in an immersive, shop-floor environment with your desk located on or near the production area to enable close collaboration with technicians, engineers, and operations staff. The role involves hands-on work with complex machines, micro-scale mechanical and electrical components, and a variety of manufacturing technologies, including CNC and manual machining, 3D printing, rapid prototyping, molding, and PCB-related processes. The environment is dynamic, with changing demand requirements that may require you to perform multiple functions and assume various roles as needs arise. You will regularly interface with all levels of the business, contributing directly to daily operations, continuous improvement initiatives, and urgent customer support.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Tulsa, OK.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Work Environment and Benefits Climate controlled environment Average site tenure: 10 years (65 person Tulsa head count) Typical business hours M-F Onsite Minimal travel: 5% Casual/practical dress 12 Paid Holidays PTO Health/Dental/Vision FSA/HSA Employer paid Short Term Disability Optional LTD, Life, AD&D Insurance coverages start on 1st of month following date of hire Employer matching 401(k), fully vested immediately Employee Assistance Program

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tulsa,OK.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026.

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