EMC/EMI Compliance Engineer (TERADYNE, North Reading, MA)

Teradyne Inc.; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid vacation & holidays

Tuition assistance programs

Job summary

Teradyne Inc. in North Reading, MA is seeking an EMC/EMI Compliance Engineer to drive system-level EMC compliance for automated test equipment. You will work with cross-functional design teams to ensure products meet regulatory and internal EMC requirements throughout development.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in electrical engineering and at least 5 years of hands-on EMC testing experience. Expect on-site lab work, documentation, and collaboration with external labs and regulators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical/electronics engineering or physics, or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on EMC test and compliance experience; system-level or industrial equipment EMC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead EMC/EMI compliance projects on-site from early development through product release.
• Perform pre-compliance and formal EMC testing and maintain technical documentation.
• Support EMC lab workflow including test requests, scheduling and report tracking.
• Plan and build EMC test setups with system/configuration, grounding and monitoring.
• Operate and maintain EMC test equipment (receivers, antennas, VNAs, LISNs, power sources).
• Interpret and perform EMC test methods (Radiated/Conducted Emissions, Immunity, etc.).
• Conduct EMC testing in semi-anechoic chambers and split environments as needed.
• Troubleshoot deviations and recommend design improvements.
• Prepare EMC test plans, procedures and participate in design reviews.
• Collaborate with external labs and regulatory bodies as needed.

Skills

EMC testing

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

English communication

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EMCWare

Naxio

IEC.Control

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EMC/EMI Compliance Engineer (TERADYNE, North Reading, MA)

Location: North Reading, MA, US

Our Purpose
TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are challengedto innovate and learn something new every day.
We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respect their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.

Opportunity Overview

Teradyne is seeking an EMC/EMI Compliance Engineer to support system-level EMC compliance for automated test equipment (ATE) platforms. This role is part of a global engineering organization that thrives in a dynamic, customer-driven environment. You will work closely with cross-functional design teams to ensure products meet regulatory and internal EMC requirements throughout the development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute EMC/EMI compliance projects on-site, from early development through product release, in line with program schedules.
• Perform pre-compliance and formal compliance EMC testing and maintain the associated technical documentation.
• Support the EMC lab workflow, including test request intake, scheduling, chamber and equipment allocation, and tracking of test status through to report issue.
• Plan and build EMC test setups, including system and EUT configuration, cabling and grounding layout, support and auxiliary equipment, test interface hardware, and monitoring of system performance during testing.
• Operate, calibrate and maintain EMC test equipment such as EMI receivers, Antennas, spectrum analyzers, VNAs, LISNs, DC/single-phase/3-phase sources, amplifiers, comb generators and related accessories.
• Interpret and perform EMC test methods, including Radiated Emissions, Conducted Emissions, Electrostatic Discharge, Radiated Immunity, Electrical Fast Transients, Surge, Conducted Immunity, Magnetic Field Immunity, Voltage Dips and Interrupts, and Harmonics and Flicker.
• Independently conduct EMC testing in semi-anechoic chambers, shielded rooms and in-situ environments, based on system location and feasibility.
• Troubleshoot design deviations and test failures and recommend mitigation techniques to internal hardware and design teams.
• Prepare EMC test plans, test procedures and documentation, take part in EMC design reviews, and perform EMC requirement analysis.
• Work with external labs and regulatory bodies as needed during compliance projects.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and lab upgrades.
• Help maintain a clean, well-organized and safe test lab environment.

All About You

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical or Electronics Engineering or Physics, or equivalent combined education and experience. This may include an associate's degree, technical school certification or related military training in electronics.
Experience: Minimum 5 years of hands-on EMC test and compliance experience; system-level or industrial equipment EMC experience preferred.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced lab environment and manage multiple tasks at the same time.
• Solid understanding of EMC/EMI test methods and of subassembly- and system-level validation.
• Good knowledge of EMC standards such as IEC 61326-1, IEC 61000-x, EN 55011 / CISPR 11 and FCC Part 15, or equivalent.
• Experience with EMC test software such as EMCWare, Naxio, IEC.Control or equivalent tools.
• Skilled in preparing technical documentation, test reports and deviation summaries.
• Ability to troubleshoot EMC test failures, diagnose root causes and recommend design improvements.
• Ability to work well with EMC team members and work independently.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation communication skills in English, and strong teamwork abilities.
• Experience working in an ISO/IEC 17025 environment is a plus.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $97,600-$156,200. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.

Incentive Plan

This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• retirement savings plans
• life and disability insurance
• paid vacation & holidays
• tuition assistance programs
• and more

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