Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Engineer

ALSTOM Gruppe; Saguenay; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Engineer to support projects ensuring the electromagnetic compatibility of railway products. This role involves enforcing design rules, developing specifications, and conducting tests to ensure compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering and extensive EMC experience across various sectors. Join a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to greener and smarter mobility solutions, where your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of EMC-related experience in automotive, military, or railway sectors.
• Advanced skills in both French and English for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Enforce EMC design rules and prepare responses to customer specifications.
• Develop EMC Control Plans and conduct tests, compiling compliance files.

Skills

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Technical Writing

Customer Specification Analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EMC Test Equipment

Job description

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Engineer

Date: 5 May 2025

Company: Alstom

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling, and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Purpose of the job:

The EMC Engineer will support projects in the EMC field. Their task will be to ensure the electromagnetic compatibility of railway products designed and manufactured by the company.

Responsibilities:

• Enforce EMC design and manufacturing rules.
• Prepare clause-by-clause responses to customer specifications during tenders, including associated cost estimates.
• Develop EMC Transverse Requirements Specifications and EMC Control Plans within projects, defining requirements, activities, and tests.
• Verify the design of products, including architecture, subsystem layouts, electrical interfaces, and cabling.
• Prepare EMC test specifications and verify those from suppliers.
• Verify manufacturing processes on prototypes or first equipment.
• Perform EMC tests on test benches and on-site, providing test reports.
• Compile EMC Compliance Files at project completion.
• Address EMC issues encountered during projects.
• Contribute to the development of guidelines, processes, design rules, and testing tools.
• Propose and conduct EMC R&D actions.

Minimum requirements:

• Electrical Engineering degree (BSc/MSc), preferably with specialization in EMC.
• OIQ Member.
• Over 5 years of EMC-related experience in sectors such as automotive, aeronautics, military, railway, or building.
• Advanced conversational/reading skills in French.
• Advanced conversational/writing/reading skills in English are recommended.
• Willingness to travel outside the Montreal area for work.

We don’t require you to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. When you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note:

As a global business, we are an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across 63 countries. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.