Entry Level Engineer - EMC
The Entry Level EMC Engineer at Confidential Client in Lake Forest, CA, performs electromagnetic compatibility testing and evaluation on various electronic and medical products to ensure compliance with U.S., Canadian, and international standards. This role involves operating specialized EMC test equipment, analyzing data, preparing detailed reports, and collaborating with clients and project teams to support product certification and quality assurance. The position offers growth opportunities in a global quality assurance environment with a focus on safety, performance, and regulatory compliance.
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Role overview
Confidential Client is seeking an Entry Level EMC Engineer to join their electrical testing team in Lake Forest, CA. This entry-level role supports electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing for medical devices and other electronic products against U.S., Canadian, and international standards. This is a strong opportunity for recent engineering graduates or early-career engineers to develop hands-on lab skills, test-reporting experience, and knowledge of EMC standards.
What You’ll Do
- Perform EMC testing on electronic and electrical products according to approved test plans and applicable standards.
- Execute emissions and immunity tests (radiated & conducted emissions, ESD, EFT/burst, surge, conducted immunity, radiated immunity, etc.).
- Set up and operate EMC test equipment: spectrum analyzers, EMI receivers, signal generators, amplifiers, antennas, LISNs, current probes, and related laboratory instruments.
- Review product specs, schematics, and test plans before testing.
- Verify test configurations, equipment settings, and calibration status.
- Collect, analyze, and document test data accurately.
- Prepare clear EMC test reports detailing methods, equipment, configurations, results, and applicable limits.
- Identify nonconformities or unexpected results and escalate when necessary.
- Assist customers and internal project teams with test setup questions and basic troubleshooting.
- Maintain lab equipment, test fixtures, and work areas to required standards.
- Follow laboratory quality and safety procedures, including ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
- Develop working knowledge of IEC, EN, CISPR, FCC, and other EMC standards.
- Support continuous improvement of lab procedures and test-report quality.
- Travel up to 25% as required.
Minimum qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (any discipline); recent college grads encouraged to apply.
- Strong attention to detail with effective prioritization and time-management skills.
- Ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to make technical decisions within established parameters.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-task environment.
- Physical dexterity to perform clerical and technical tasks (bending, stooping, reaching) and to operate test equipment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Valid unrestricted driver’s license and reliable driving record.
- Willingness/ability to travel up to 25%.
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
- 1+ years of directly related experience (lab or test experience).
- Prior project management experience.
- Familiarity with U.S., Canadian and international EMC standards (for example FCC Part 15, EN/IEC 55032, 55035, IEC 61000-4 series).
Compensation & benefits
- Base salary: $85,000 (reported base wage for this position). Individual offers will vary based on experience and qualifications.
- Benefits typically include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, PTO (vacation/sick), and tuition reimbursement.
Additional information
- This position may require a pre-employment drug test where applicable.
- Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
- If you require workplace accommodations for the application process, please reach out to Careertakes for assistance.
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