Engineering Technician – EMC

MSA - The Safety Company; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

MSA Safety in Cranberry Township, PA seeks an Engineering Technician to support EMC/EMI/ESD testing across the product lifecycle. You will set up, run, and document tests, and collaborate with engineering teams to address EMC issues.

The role involves operating diverse test equipment, preparing test plans and reports, and aiding regulatory documentation. Associate degree required; bachelor’s preferred; travel is minimal.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field required.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field is a plus.
• Hands-on EMC, EMI, and ESD testing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with FCC, CISPR, IEC standards encouraged.
• Experience in semi-anechoic chambers and shielded environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support EMC, EMI, and ESD testing activities for product development.
• Set up and document EMC tests per international standards.
• Assist engineering teams with troubleshooting EMC issues.
• Operate and maintain EMC test equipment and software tools.
• Plan, execute, and complete EMC testing with internal and external labs.
• Prepare test plans, reports, and regulatory documentation.
• Assist with basic hardware modifications and rework for EMC investigations.
• Participate in design and test readiness reviews for EMC requirements.
• Maintain lab organization, calibration status, and safety procedures.
• Support ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation activities, audits, and corrective actions.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

Independent work

Cross-functional teamwork

Safety-conscious

Travel readiness

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Altium

Cadence Allegro

PCB viewing

Job description

Overview

Are you someone who is passionate, motivated, and driven to make a difference? If so, MSA Safety is the perfect fit for your career.

At MSA, SAFETY is who we are AND it is what we do. We are a purpose-driven company committed to deploying innovation and technology to deliver on our Mission to help protect people and assets all around the world. We continue to be relentless in our pursuit of solving our customers greatest problems so they can go home safe each and every day.

Are you in? Read on for more details about this particular role.

Responsibilities

• Support EMC, EMI, and ESD testing activities for MSA electronic safety products throughout the product development lifecycle.


• Set up, execute, and document EMC compliance and pre-compliance tests in accordance with applicable international standards.


• Assist engineering teams with troubleshooting and mitigation of EMC-related issues.


• Operate and maintain EMC test equipment including spectrum analyzers, EMI receivers, LISNs, signal generators, ESD simulators, RF amplifiers, and associated software tools.


• Work closely with internal teams and third-party EMC test laboratories to plan, execute, and complete EMC testing for new and existing products.


• Assist with preparation of test plans, test reports, and regulatory documentation.


• Support basic hardware modifications and rework for EMC investigations.


• Participate in design and test readiness reviews to ensure EMC requirements are addressed.


• Maintain EMC lab organization, equipment readiness, calibration status, and safety procedures.


• Support EMC laboratory accreditation activities in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025, including documentation, audits, and corrective actions.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong hands-on technical aptitude with electronic hardware and test equipment.


• Ability to follow test procedures, work instructions, and quality systems with high attention to detail.


• Solid problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.


• Organized, methodical, and safety-conscious.


• Minimal travel required (less than 10%).

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Experience performing EMC, EMI, and ESD testing in a compliance or pre-compliance environment.


• Familiarity with EMC standards such as FCC, CISPR, and IEC.


• Experience working in semi-anechoic chambers and shielded test environments.


• Exposure to ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratories.


• Experience using Altium, Cadence Allegro, and viewing schematics and PCB layouts.

Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field required.


• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field is a plus.

This position is available at multiple career levels based upon experience and education:

Engineering Technician II: 2 years of relevant hands-on laboratory or EMC testing experience.

Engineering Technician III: 5 years of relevant hands-on laboratory or EMC testing experience.

Lead Technician: 8 years of relevant hands-on laboratory or EMC testing experience.