Senior EMC Engineer

Gerrell & Hard Ltd.; Leicester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm in Leicester is seeking a skilled EMC Engineer or Senior EMC Engineer (Technical Lead) to lead EMC strategy and ensure compliance on vehicle platforms. This role involves mentoring junior engineers, developing EMC documentation, and managing test plans with suppliers. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering and strong experience in EMC engineering within the automotive industry. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in EMC engineering—ideally within the automotive industry.
• Knowledge of global EMC standards: UNECE Reg10, CISPR, ISO, FCC, GB/T.
• Experience with CAN-based vehicle electrical architectures.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead on EMC compliance across all electrical and electronic components.
• Define, develop, and manage EMC specifications and documentation.
• Work with suppliers to manage EMC test plans and validation.

Skills

EMC engineering

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Physics, or Systems Engineering (BEng/MEng)

Tools

EMC test equipment

Data analysis software

Job description

Are you passionate aboutElectromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and ready to make a real impact in a high-performance engineering environment?

We're looking for a skilled EMC Engineer or Senior EMC Engineer (Technical Lead) to join our clients Electrical & Electronic Systems team. This is your chance to work on cutting-edge technology, shaping the future of our globally recognised products.

As a Senior Engineer, you'll lead EMC strategy, ensure compliance across our vehicle platforms, mentor other engineers, and drive continuous improvement in EMC best practices.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Take the lead on EMC compliance across all electrical and electronic components.

• Define, develop, and manage EMC specifications and documentation.

• Work with suppliers to manage EMC test plans and validation.

• Maintain the EMC component database and track compliance progress.

• Generate and present EMC performance metrics (KPIs) to leadership.

• Chair our internal EMC working group and support company-wide awareness.

• Contribute to whole vehicle EMC testing in partnership with the T&D team.

• Mentor junior engineers and deputise for Lead Engineers when needed.

What You’ll Need

• A degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Physics, or Systems Engineering (BEng/MEng).

• Strong experience in EMC engineering—ideally within the automotive industry.

• Knowledge of global EMC standards: UNECE Reg10, CISPR, ISO, FCC, GB/T.

• Experience with CAN-based vehicle electrical architectures.

• Track record of delivering components from concept to launch.