Principal EMC Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal EMC Engineer to lead the design and implementation of EMC compliance strategies. This role involves managing requirements, advising design teams, and mentoring engineers while ensuring adherence to relevant standards. You will be part of a dynamic EMC Engineering team that plays a critical role in supporting engineering delivery across various projects. Join a culture that values integrity and empowers you to make a significant impact in the field of electromagnetic compatibility. If you are passionate about engineering and compliance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Company contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2work

Employee discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in design for EMC compliance is crucial.
• Professional registration at Chartered level is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage requirements and acceptance criteria for systems and platforms.
• Advise design teams on EMC requirements and considerations.

Skills

EMC compliance design

Coaching and mentoring

Knowledge of EMC Defence Standards

Professional registration at Chartered level

Education

BEng (Hons) / MEng or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Job title:

Principal EMC Engineer

Location:

Barrow-In-Furness, Brough, Portsmouth, Weymouth, Frimley, Manchester or Filton – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary:

Competitive

What you’ll be doing:

1. Specify and manage requirements and acceptance criteria specific to a system, platforms or programmes
2. Advising design teams on EMC requirements and design considerations
3. Liaising with EMC test engineers to design and specify testing regimes to prove system compliance against relevant standards
4. Designing and implementing system mitigation to meet EMC standards
5. Mentoring and coaching Engineers within the team

Your skills and experiences:

1. BEng (Hons) / MEng or equivalent qualification
2. Professional registration at Chartered level or evidence of working towards this
3. Experience of design for EMC compliance
4. Knowledge of EMC Defence Standards would be an advantage
5. Proven experience and ability to coach others in a team

Benefits:

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave incentive and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The EMC Engineering team:

Working within the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Team in Engineering, you will be responsible for providing support to the Engineering Manager and/or external specialists in providing transversal support to engineering delivery teams in defining electromagnetic requirements and undertaking specialist testing of systems, sub systems and components in support of achieving contractual compliance for EMC design.

Relocation Support:

We offer relocation support across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, minorities, people with disabilities and individuals.

Recruitment Process:

If you have a health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any security clearances you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation.

Security Requirements:

All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date:

31st March 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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