EMC Technician

EMC Laboratory - Technician

 General Scope:

The individual will be responsible for providing electromagnetic compatibility/interference (EMC/EMI) and signal integrity (SI) testing of automotive components and development and support of EMC/EMI/SI test related activities where a considerable amount of creativity and initiative are involved. The individual will work independently or part of a test team, with guidance as needed from engineering leader. Work duties follow general to complex practices and procedures. Work duties involve a definite degree of skill, accuracy, and coordination. Effectively use the Microsoft suite of Office products.

Job Description:

1. Conduct EMC/EMI/SI test and/or development programs.

• Review test specifications and test requirements to perform testing according to test plans.

• Verify and set-up test instrumentation to conduct test programs.

• Fabricate and verify test samples/assemblies.

• Conduct EMC and SI testing according to specific product requirements.

2. Diagnose, analyze, and troubleshoot EMC/EMI/SI test configurations.

• Troubleshoot test set-ups.

• Program/debug/troubleshoot automated test controller systems.

• Identify product performance anomalies according to test plan/product specifications.

3. Gather, analyze, and report EMC/EMI/SI data.

• Review test results to ensure proper data collection and integrity of test.

• Document test results and compile final test reports.

• Effectively communicate in concise format.

4. Support technical direction of EMC/EMI/SI testing.

• Participate in the continuous improvement of EMC and SI testing systems and procedures.

• Develop and support new test technology.

• Assist in the automation of EMC and SI test systems.

Qualifications:

• Two-year associates degree in an engineering discipline and/or equivalent experience required.

• Background in analog and digital circuitry preferred.

• Working knowledge with electronic/electrical test equipment preferred.

• High level of verbal and written communication skills preferred.

• One to three years of related experience in electromagnetic compatibility or RF testing. Preferred.

• Working knowledge of radio frequency preferred.

• Computer programming skills with knowledge of networks preferred.

Other Skills and Abilities:

- Understanding of engineering theory and principles of design.

- Capability in problem solving.

- Ability to work independently and with others.

- Working knowledge of digital signal analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and DMM.

- High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others and as part of a team.

 The position is full time, long term with a starting hourly rate range based on experience and education. We offer excellent benefits including; Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K/Matching, Paid Holidays and PTO.