Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Engineer

JMJ PHILLIP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary CAD 80k–110k per year

Annual performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits (medical, life,

Pension coverage

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

JMJ PHILLIP is seeking an experienced Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineer to ensure EMC of railway products and signaling systems in traction power environments. You will design, test, and document EMC compliance while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

The role emphasizes design rules enforcement, test planning, and on-site validation, with a focus on documentation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement of EMC practices. Fluent English and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field with EMI/EMC specialization.
• More than 5 years of EMI/EMC experience.
• Experience in railway, military, aerospace, automotive, or other technically regulated industries.
• Knowledge of railway systems and 25kV traction power environments.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Enforce EMC design rules across signaling subsystems.
• Verify designs for EMC compliance and resolve EMC challenges.
• Prepare EMC specifications, control plans, test specs, and reports.
• Conduct EMC testing in lab and on-site environments.
• Analyze test results and provide EMI/EMC solutions.
• Collaborate with signaling, product design, testing, and other teams.

Skills

EMC design

EMI/EMC analysis

Technical writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Engineer to ensure the electromagnetic compatibility of railway products and signaling systems operating in complex traction power environments. This role will provide technical expertise in EMC design, testing, compliance, and problem-solving while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering and testing teams.

Position Responsibilities

EMC Design & Compliance

• Enforce EMC design rules across signaling subsystems.
• Verify product and subsystem designs for EMC compliance.
• Identify and resolve EMC-related challenges encountered throughout projects.
• Ensure designs meet applicable EMC requirements and standards.

Specifications & Documentation

• Prepare EMC Transverse Requirements Specifications and Control Plans.
• Prepare and review EMC test specifications and reports.
• Develop clear and comprehensive EMC compliance documentation.
• Maintain and improve EMC guidelines, processes, and technical tools.

Testing & Validation

• Conduct EMC testing in laboratory and on-site environments.
• Analyze test results and identify potential electromagnetic interference issues.
• Develop and recommend solutions to address EMC challenges.
• Prepare technical reports associated with EMC testing and validation activities.

Technical Collaboration

• Work closely with signaling, product design, testing, and other engineering teams.
• Support 25KV immunization activities for signaling equipment.
• Share EMC and EMI knowledge and best practices across the engineering community.
• Promote continuous improvement in EMC engineering practices.

Prerequisites

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field with a specialization in EMI/EMC.
• More than 5 years of EMI/EMC experience.
• Experience in railway, military, aerospace, automotive, or another technically regulated industry.
• Knowledge of railway systems and 25KV traction power environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent technical writing skills with clarity, rigor, and concision.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Fluency in English.
• A proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented approach.

Certifications (Preferred, but not Required)

• P.Eng. certification or progress toward obtaining it.
• Additional certifications or specialized training in EMC, EMI, electrical engineering, railway systems, or related disciplines are an advantage.

What the Role Offers

• Salary: $80,000–$110,000 CAD per year.
• Eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits, including medical, life, and pension coverage.
• Opportunity to work on innovative railway signaling and transportation projects.
• Exposure to modern rail security and signaling standards.
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering and technical teams.
• Flexible and inclusive working environment.
• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• Opportunities to progress toward senior engineering or leadership roles.
• The opportunity to contribute to safe, reliable, and technologically advanced transportation systems.

Why Toronto?

Toronto provides a strong environment for professionals in transportation, engineering, and advanced mobility. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex rail systems and traction power environments while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on innovative signaling and transportation projects. It is an excellent setting for developing specialized expertise in EMC, EMI, railway systems, and safety-critical engineering.