Advanced EMC Test Engineer
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You will report directly to our Director of Engineering and you'll work out of our Freeport, IL location on an On-site work schedule.
This EMC Engineer position involves designing for compliance, conducting laboratory testing, and troubleshooting EMI/EMC issues to support product development design teams.
Responsibilities will include maintenance of the EMC Lab and its equipment readiness, set up and execute tests, and provide support to cross-functional product teams through the design, development, and qualification cycle., * Testing and Validation: Provide guidance and training to EMC test technicians. Perform radiated and conducted emissions/immunity testing in anechoic chambers and shielding rooms.
- Design Consultation: Work with hardware design teams to apply EMC best practices, including grounding, shielding, component selection, and PCB layout strategies. Effective at communicating complex technical information to internal and external international cross-functional teams.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure products meet IEC, CISPR, FCC, or automotive standards, and provide reports to support the DOC creation and submittals.
- Troubleshooting: Analyze test results to identify root causes of EMI failures and provide technical solutions for mitigation.
- Documentation: Create EMC Control Plans, Test Plans, Test Procedures, and Test Reports.
- Lead the design, development, and execution of advanced test plans and procedures for complex products.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test requirements and ensure alignment with project goals.
- Analyze test data to identify product issues and recommend improvements to enhance product performance and reliability.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior test engineers to elevate team capabilities.
- Stay current with emerging test technologies and methodologies to continually improve testing effectiveness.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years in EMI/EMC design, testing, or related field.
- Deep understanding of electromagnetic theory, circuit fundamentals, and RF principles.
- Knowledge of EMC principles related to PCB layout, component selection and filter design.
- Working knowledge of standards such as ISO Vehicle, IEC, CISPR, FCC, MIL-STD-461, RTCA/DO-160.
- Experience with test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, EMI receivers, signal generators, RF amplifiers, and antennas. Creating TILE profiles (or equivalent control software).
- Strong expertise in developing and executing complex test plans and procedures.
- Proficiency with test automation tools and data analysis techniques to improve test efficiency and accuracy.
- Experience with hardware and software integration testing in a product development environment.
- Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to test engineering and quality assurance.
WE VALUE
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- iNARTE EMC/EMI Engineer certification preferred.
- Experience working in fast-paced, cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on schedule.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to evolving project requirements.
- Familiarity with scripting languages and test automation frameworks is a plus.
- Passion for continuous learning and innovation in test engineering practices., Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.
Benefits & conditions
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information visit: click here (https://benefits.honeywell.com/), The annual base salary range for this position is $103,000 - $129,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
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