Job Title:Technical Leader - EMF Engineer
Location:Dallas, TX, EPRI Charlotte Office, Knoxville, TN, Lenox, MA, Palo Alto, CA, Remote/Home Based, Washington, D.C.
Job Summary and Description:The Technical Leader I - EMF Engineer supports research and technical activities related to electric and magnetic fields (EMF) and radio frequency (RF) exposure associated with electric transmission and distribution systems, substations, and emerging energy technologies. The role contributes to the development of practical solutions, technical guidance, analytical tools, and research products that help electric utilities evaluate EMF and RF considerations for worker and public exposure, engineering design, and stakeholder communication.
Technical ResponsibilitiesIn addition to the standard Technical Leader I responsibilities:
- Conduct technical research and analysis involving electric and magnetic fields associated with transmission and distribution systems, substations, and emerging electric power technologies.
- Perform EMF calculations, modeling, measurements, data analysis, laboratory testing, equipment calibration, and interpretation of technical results.
- Support characterization and assessment of EMF and RF emissions from conventional and emerging technologies, including HVAC and HVDC transmission systems, hybrid AC/DC systems, energy storage facilities, renewable generation resources, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and other advanced power system technologies.
- Conduct technical literature reviews and evaluate industry research to support project objectives and identify emerging issues affecting electric utilities.
- Assist in the development, validation, application, and training of EMF/RF assessment tools, methodologies, technical guidance documents, and research products.
- Collaborate with utilities, universities, laboratories, consultants, and other research organizations to execute technical projects and advance industry knowledge.
- Develop practical solutions to complex technical challenges through the application of engineering principles, sound technical judgment, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, conference papers, and other research deliverables.
- Communicate technical findings and recommendations to utility members, industry stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and technical working groups.
- Support business development activities, proposal preparation, member engagement efforts, and identification of future research opportunities.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Electromagnetics, or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in electric power engineering, electromagnetics, EMF engineering, high-voltage engineering, or a closely related field.
- Working knowledge of electric transmission and distribution systems and their associated equipment and operating principles.
- Experience applying engineering analysis and technical problem-solving methodologies to practical industry challenges.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to independently manage assigned technical activities and contribute effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
Preferred Qualifications- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
- Advanced knowledge of electromagnetics, including electric fields, magnetic fields, and radio frequency phenomena.
- Experience with EMF or RF modeling tools such as MATLAB, Python, COMSOL, ANSYS, NEC, or equivalent platforms.
- Experience conducting electric-field and magnetic-field measurements and developing associated testing protocols.
- Knowledge of transmission-line design concepts, including HVAC, HVDC, overhead and underground transmission systems, grounding, shielding, conductor configurations, and phase arrangements.
- Familiarity with RF safety principles, occupational and public exposure standards, EMF exposure guidelines, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) considerations.
- Understanding of potential interactions between EMF/RF sources and medical, communication, navigation, or other sensitive electronic systems.
- Experience working with electric utilities, research institutions, government agencies, equipment manufacturers, or engineering consulting organizations.
- Demonstrated experience authoring technical proposals, reports, conference papers, or industry presentations.
The salary range for this position is $115,000 USD to $130,000 USD annually.
This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on various factors, including without limitation applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.
This role is eligible to participate in EPRI's annual incentive program. The amount of incentive varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the plan.
This role is eligible to participate in EPRI's standard employee benefit programs, which currently include the following: medical, dental, vision, 401k, STD/LTD and paid family leave, life and accident insurance, paid time off (flexible vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay).
