EMC Engineer

Akkodis; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Excellent pension contribution

Hybrid and flexible working

Training and career development

Job summary

Modis is seeking an EMC Engineer in Bristol to join a specialist engineering team within a leading UK defence organisation. The role focuses on EMC requirements across the full product lifecycle, from concept to qualification and delivery.

You will work on specialist EMC projects, developing expertise and contributing to designs, testing and certification; a strong background in electronics and EMC is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Electronics, Electrical, Physics, EMC or related field.
• Strong understanding of EMC principles and their application to electronic systems.
• Experience with electronics products in design, development, testing or qualification.
• Ability to assess designs for EMC risks and compliance considerations.
• Experience producing technical documentation, reports, specifications or test plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide EMC guidance and support throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Review designs for EMC risks and compliance issues.
• Develop and maintain qualification strategies, test plans and supporting docs.
• Support verification, validation and certification activities.
• Investigate issues and provide engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet EMC requirements and standards.
• Support testing activities and review results with corrective actions.

Skills

EMC principles

Documentation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Electronics/Physics degree

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

EMC Engineer

Location: Bristol

Salary: Up to £55,000 + Bonus & Benefits

Hybrid Working: 2-3 Days On-Site

Security Clearance: Due to the nature of this role, only UK citizens are eligible to apply

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an EMC Engineer to join a specialist engineering team within a leading UK Defence based organisation, supporting the development of highly complex electronic systems.

Working across the full product lifecycle, you'll provide technical expertise in Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), helping to ensure products are designed, tested and qualified to operate reliably in demanding environments. You'll work closely with electronics, systems and project teams, supporting everything from early concept development through to qualification, testing and product delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Electronics Engineer looking to develop specialist EMC expertise or an experienced EMC professional seeking exposure to challenging and technically advanced projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide EMC guidance and technical support throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Review electronic designs and identify potential EMC risks and compliance issues.
• Develop and maintain qualification strategies, test plans and supporting documentation.
• Support verification, validation and certification activities.
• Investigate technical issues and provide practical engineering solutions.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure products meet EMC requirements and industry standards.
• Support testing activities, including reviewing results and implementing corrective actions where required.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree or equivalent experience in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, EMC or a related technical discipline.
• Good understanding of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) principles and their application to electronic systems.
• Experience working with electronic or electrical products within a design, development, testing or qualification environment.
• Ability to assess designs and identify EMC-related risks and compliance considerations.
• Experience producing technical documentation, reports, specifications or test plans.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams and manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Previous EMC testing, compliance or qualification experience.
• Knowledge of standards such as:
  • DEF STAN 59-411
  • MIL-STD-461
  • RTCA DO-160
  • AECTP 500
• Experience with RF systems, analogue electronics or digital electronics design.
• Experience working within aerospace, defence, automotive or other regulated industries.

What's On Offer?

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Excellent pension contribution
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing training and career development
• Exposure to highly advanced electronic systems and technologies
• Opportunity to work across the full engineering lifecycle on technically complex programmes

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Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.