EMC Test Technician

Job Description

Job Description

The EMC Test Technician will be responsible for performing a number of tasks associated with customer test programs for FCC and CE Compliance. This is a very hands-on position that will require the person to interact with a number of different customers on many different levels. The position will be primarily a first shift position with the core hours of 8 AM to 5 PM.

Position Title: EMC Test Technician

Principle responsibilities:

• Performs assigned EMC tests
• Configure client’s hardware/software (test platform)
• Take photographs and document configurations with accurate and complete diagrams
• Analyze cause of compliance failures
• Document test data thoroughly and accurately (including dates, pass/fail criteria and results, history of events, test equipment use and calibrations, and other pertinent data)
• Maintain working knowledge of regulatory agency standards pertaining to assigned compliance tests
• Differentiate between related standards and be able to answer customer’s questions accurately
• Perform regular or periodic internal calibrations using calibration procedures
• Justify test configurations and verify that all applicable tests are accomplished
• Have an Associates Degree in Electronics and/or two years or more of testing experience in a fast-paced, client-focused EMC laboratory
• Work well in a team environment, as well as individually
• Be able to support multiple projects with a constant quality focus in a deadline-driven environment
• Possess excellent verbal and written skills when communicating concepts, ideas, and routine details to various levels of technical and non-technical engineering and management personnel
• Have an understanding of EMI/EMC related technology and equipment, such as amplifiers, test chambers, EMI receivers, and antennas
• Have experience working within an ISO17025 Quality System
• Be able to work independently with limited supervision
• Have working knowledge of major Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Be able to lift and carry up to 60 pounds
• Follow the test plans/instructions written for selected compliance tests
• Perform additional duties as assigned