EMC Lab Specialist

Ford • Dearborn, MI

4d • $68,300 - $192,900 • Onsite

About The Position

The EMC Lab Specialist is responsible for leading onboard EMC testing, diagnostics, and lab operations in support of vehicle development programs. This role combines deep technical expertise in EMC, RF systems, and software development with strong ownership of testing processes, lab infrastructure, and cross-functional problem solving. The EMC Lab Specialist ensures robust, repeatable testing capabilities while driving issue resolution through data-driven analysis and collaboration.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Technology, or a closely related discipline or relevant years of professional experience
• Demonstrated experience working with electrical test equipment including spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers and signal generators
• Hands-on experience with vehicle systems, test instrumentation, and EMC lab environments
• Proficiency in software development for test automation, instrumentation control, and data analysis
• Practical electronics background with strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently while owning complex technical systems and processes end-to-end
• Strong collaboration and communication skills for working with engineers, technicians, and program teams
• Technical ownership and accountability
• Data-driven problem solving
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Continuous improvement mindset

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Technology, or a closely related discipline
• A self-starter, motivated and able to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and finish tasks on time.
• Goal oriented, and a team player with good interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.
• Excellent communication skills required, both written & verbal.
• Strong problem-solving skills leveraging applied electromagnetic theoretical concepts
• Automotive Service Excellence certification

Responsibilities

• Own and lead onboard radio receiver (AM, FM &DAB) CISPR EMC testing and diagnosis, including hands-on testing of development and production vehicles and resolution of all identified testing and vehicle-related issues.
• Develop, document, and deliver clear, simplified onboard CISPR test procedures to enable consistent execution
• Develop and maintain software required for onboard radio receiver testing, including custom drivers and integration of new test equipment such as signal generator, RF Receiver, Spectrum Analyzer etc.
• Own day-to-day lab operations and maintenance, proactively identifying and resolving facility and equipment issues including dyno system issues, equipment failures and electrical problems.
• Investigate and seek deep understanding of all issues identified during development testing, driving thorough root-cause analysis and effective corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement of testing methods, lab capabilities, and development workflows to improve efficiency and test quality
• Provide EMC technical support to vehicle programs and product design teams.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

What This Job Offers

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