Job DescriptionEMC Project Engineer - Menlo Park, CaliforniaThe
EMC Project Engineer is responsible for independently performing testing and evaluation on a variety of products to the provisions of U.S., Canadian, and other international product EMC standards, writing reports, and communicating with clients. This position will travel at least 75% of the time.
Salary & Benefits InformationThe base wage or salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.
In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.
What you'll do:- Independently conduct on and off-site evaluation of products to determine compliance with applicable standard(s). To do this, Project Engineer must:
- Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
- Read and understand electrical and mechanical schematics and manufacturing instructions.
- Validate the project scope and sample applicability.
- Under scope of the project, identify and locate test instruments and equipment required for testing.
- Follow established test plan.
- Set up and operate EUT; perform and document simple repairs on EUT as needed.
- Mentor less senior technical personnel.
- Supply information for quotes such as length of project, site needed, rental equipment, samples, and standards that will be used
- Provide more specialized "expertise" in one product category, i.e., become reviewer, resident subject matter expert, or obtain and maintain advanced product knowledge.
- Develop and set up test plans.
- Perform field evaluations or INSITU testing.
- Set up and operate standard test equipment including, but not limited to spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope, multi-meter, dielectric strength tester, ground continuity tester, digital multi-meter, surge generator, and other EMC related test equipment Use hand tools to build/calibrate test fixtures.
- Follow sample handling procedures, ensuring that sample is logged in and out of the system. Move equipment as needed through the facility. Properly package sample for shipment.
- Provide sales support such as attending client visits.
- Perform other duties as required.
This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in engineering
- 2+ years of directly related experience
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
- Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form
- Ability to make technical decisions and engineering judgments independently within established
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience with U.S., Canadian, and other international product safety standards (i.e., ANSI, CSA, UL, EN, IEC etc.)
- Up to 75% travel, as business dictates
- A valid driver's license and reliable driving record
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
- Prior project management experience
- Demonstrated experience with U.S., Canadian, and other international product EMC standards such as FCC Part 15 Subpart B, Subpart C, EN/IEC 55032, 55035, 61000-4-series etc.
