Electromagnetic R&D Engineer – MRI

Philips

Electromagnetic R&D Engineer designing and innovating superconducting magnet systems at Philips. Collaborate on complex engineering challenges that improve healthcare technology and patient outcomes.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeLatham • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,000 - $158,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

design optimal solutions for a superconducting magnet as part of a sophisticated medical device
deliver high-quality results aligned with regulatory and performance standards with minimal supervision
diagnose and resolve complex technical challenges through root cause analysis and experimental process to prevent production disruptions
develop and oversee comprehensive test plans and validation protocols to ensure design integrity and compliance
evaluate and approve vendor-supplied components and technologies, ensuring alignment with quality, performance, and strategic objectives
build and maintain strong internal and external partnerships to influence project outcomes and innovation
drive continuous improvement by implementing best practices, mentoring junior engineers, and communicating insights to senior stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in electromagnetic design and analysis for large scale superconducting magnets, electric motors, generators or other electrical machines
Bachelor's Degree in Electromagnetics or Electrical Engineering, Physics or equivalent
experience with superconducting magnet design, operation, and component development, including coils, cryogenic systems, and supporting structures using advanced electromagnetic design tools (Opera, ANSYS Maxwell)
knowledge of magnet stability and performance considerations in high-field applications is preferred
experience conducting combined electromagnetic and mechanical force/stress analysis for magnet systems and working with engineering tools such as ANSYS, Opera-3D, and CST
ability or willingness to learn to write your own software using C++, C#, and/or Python
demonstrate strong collaboration and adaptability, with the ability to learn new tools and technologies quickly, communicate complex technical concepts clearly, and contribute effectively in cross-functional engineering environments.

Benefits

Comp & perks

generous PTO
401k (up to 7% match)
HSA (with company contribution)
stock purchase plan
education reimbursement

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Hard Skills & Tools

electromagnetic designsuperconducting magnet designroot cause analysistest plansvalidation protocolselectromagnetic analysismechanical force analysisstress analysissoftware developmentC++

Soft Skills

collaborationadaptabilitycommunicationmentoringinfluencingproblem-solvingcontinuous improvementproject managementcross-functional teamworkinsight sharing

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in ElectromagneticsBachelor's Degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Physics