Compliance Technician - EMC

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories • Pullman, WA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL) is hiring a Compliance Technician for its Product Compliance team in Pullman, Washington. The position supports Product Compliance and R&D personnel and performs electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing in a state-of-the-art test facility. The technician oversees projects, provides technical support to customers, and performs and documents tests in accordance with SEL’s quality system. The role also involves developing knowledge of applicable standards, validating and troubleshooting test equipment and setups, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and documentation. Employees are expected to follow SEL’s Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing practices.

Requirements

• Two-year electronic technology or related associate degree.
• At least 5 years of experience with EMC compliance test methods and philosophies at an electronics development and manufacturing company.
• Hands-on working knowledge of common EMC testing equipment.
• Testing experience with one or more of the following: IEC/EN/KN 61000-4-2, -3, -4, -5, -6, -8, -9, -10, -11, -12, -13, -16, -17, -18, -29; IEC/EN 61000-3-2, -3; IEC/EN/KN 60255-26; IEEE C37.90.1, .2, .3; or unintentional radiators (FCC Part 15B and CISPR 11, 22, 32).
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in an efficient manner.

Nice To Haves

• Programming skills and testing automation.
• Familiarity with EMC design mitigation methods and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform EMC tests and document results in accordance with SEL’s quality system.
• Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of applicable standards and requirements for EMC testing.
• Validate and troubleshoot test equipment and setups to ensure compliance.
• Provide overall support to Product Compliance and R&D personnel.
• Identify, measure, and improve processes and documentation.
• Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% employee-owned company.
• Employer-funded employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days.
• 9 paid sick days.
• Paid family and medical leave covering 90% of pay.
• STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree