EMC/EMI Compliance Engineer (TERADYNE, North Reading, MA)

Teradyne•North Reading, MA

3d•$97,600 - $156,200•Onsite

About The Position

Teradyne is seeking an EMC/EMI Compliance Engineer to support system-level electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) compliance for automated test equipment (ATE) platforms. The role is part of a global engineering organization working in a dynamic, customer-driven environment. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional design teams to help ensure products meet regulatory and internal EMC requirements throughout the development lifecycle, from early development through product release.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or electronics engineering or physics, or equivalent combined education and experience. Equivalent education and experience may include an associate's degree, technical school certification, or related military training in electronics.
Minimum 5 years of hands-on EMC test and compliance experience.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced lab environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Solid understanding of EMC/EMI test methods and subassembly- and system-level validation.
Good knowledge of EMC standards such as IEC 61326-1, IEC 61000-x, EN 55011 / CISPR 11, and FCC Part 15, or equivalent.
Experience with EMC test software such as EMCWare, Naxio, IEC.Control, or equivalent tools.
Skill in preparing technical documentation, test reports, and deviation summaries.
Ability to troubleshoot EMC test failures, diagnose root causes, and recommend design improvements.
Ability to work well with EMC team members and independently.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills in English, and strong teamwork abilities.

Nice To Haves

System-level or industrial equipment EMC experience.
Experience working in an ISO/IEC 17025 environment.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute on-site EMC/EMI compliance projects from early development through product release, in line with program schedules.
Perform pre-compliance and formal compliance EMC testing and maintain the associated technical documentation.
Support EMC lab workflow, including test request intake, scheduling, chamber and equipment allocation, and tracking test status through report issuance.
Plan and build EMC test setups, including system and EUT configuration, cabling and grounding layout, support and auxiliary equipment, test interface hardware, and system-performance monitoring during testing.
Operate, calibrate, and maintain EMC test equipment.
Interpret and perform EMC test methods, including radiated and conducted emissions, electrostatic discharge, radiated and conducted immunity, electrical fast transients, surge, magnetic field immunity, voltage dips and interrupts, and harmonics and flicker.
Independently conduct EMC testing in semi-anechoic chambers, shielded rooms, and in-situ environments, based on system location and feasibility.
Troubleshoot design deviations and test failures and recommend mitigation techniques to internal hardware and design teams.
Prepare EMC test plans, test procedures, and documentation; participate in EMC design reviews; and perform EMC requirement analysis.
Work with external labs and regulatory bodies as needed during compliance projects.
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and lab upgrades.
Help maintain a clean, well-organized, and safe test lab environment.