EMC Lab Test Technician

SUMMARY

The Lab Technician Electro-Magnet Compatibility EMC Wireless role is an entry-level position with opportunities are available across all shifts.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set-up laboratory equipment and conduct EMC and electrical testing and evaluation on a variety of products to the provisions of U.S., Canadian and International EMC standards. 
• Validate project scope and sample operation. 
• Tests are conducted on-site at our offices/laboratory locations.
• Read and determine applicable standards and clauses for the equipment under test (EUT).
• Read and understand schematics and manufacturing and testing instructions.
• Follow established test plan(s) in accordance with standards. Additional examples of the types of tests to be performed include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Radiated Emissions
• Conducted Emissions
• Radiated Immunity
• Conducted Immunity
• ESD Immunity
• EFT Immunity
• Surge Immunity
• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, cleaning and minor repairs to Instrumentation/equipment. Store and properly dispose of materials as needed.
• Interact effectively and professionally with clients/customers 
• Ensure safety procedures are followed, knowledge of proper laboratory techniques and protocols. 
• Demonstrated experience with U.S., Canada and other product safety standards (i.e., ANSI, CSA,ETSI, EN, IEC is a plus).

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge, Skill, & Abilities 

• AS/BS/BET in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Electrical Technology -or- equivalent Education/Military experience plus a minimum of 1-year directly related EMC/electronics/TIC industry testing experience.
• Board level troubleshooting skills are a plus, basic soldering skills.
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of test equipment.
• Ability to accurately define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to make technical decisions and engineering judgments within established parameters.
• Able to work well independently or as part of team.
• Affinity for a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated customer service skills/excellent service ethic.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and active listening), self-motivated.
• Refined organization and time management skills.
• Microsoft Office experience

Education:

• Associate Degree in Engineering Science or 2 years of equivalent work experience required. 

Experience:

• Experienced in power distribution
• Experience with EMC automation software’s like EMC32, TILE, Nexio or similar.
• Experienced in global EMC Codes, Standards and Regulations

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS: 

• Direct:   N/A 
• Indirect:  N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Will work in a laboratory environment.

• Work may be sedentary, sitting for long periods of time, working at a computer.
• Physical effort may require lifting up to over 50 pounds.

Equipment Used:

• Laptop or Desktop Computer 

Travel Required:

• Ability to travel up to Up to 10% may be required for this position.