Senior Electrical Engineer, EMI/EMC Design

Jobtailor; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced EMI/EMC engineer to lead design, analysis, testing, and mitigation for complex electrical systems at our Costa Mesa facility. The role involves E3 analysis, mitigation strategies, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and DoD requirements.

Responsibilities include planning EMI/EMC tests with spectrum analyzers and LISNs, reviewing layouts, reading schematics, and producing technical reports and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering or related field
• 7+ years of EMI/EMC design and testing experience
• Familiar with MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464D, RTCA DO-160, FCC, IEC, CISPR, SAE
• DoD Secret Security Clearance eligible

Responsibilities

• Lead EMI/EMC design, analysis, testing, and mitigation activities for complex electrical systems
• Perform E3 analysis and develop mitigation strategies
• Support HERO, HEMP, lightning protection, ESD, RF exposure limits, and operational electromagnetic compatibility activities
• Plan and execute EMI/EMC testing using spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, antennas, and LISNs
• Use simulation tools to analyze and troubleshoot EMI/EMC issues
• Review PCB layouts and electrical designs against mechanical, electrical, EMI/EMC, and manufacturing requirements
• Read and interpret schematics and recommend grounding, filtering, protection, and design practices
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, software, firmware, and systems engineering teams
• Prepare technical reports, test documentation, and engineering recommendations
• Manage multiple engineering activities while meeting technical and schedule objectives

Skills

EMI/EMC design

E3 analysis

Spectrum analyzers

ANALYZE/ troubleshoot

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

CST Microwave Studio

LISNs

Job description

• Lead EMI/EMC design, analysis, testing, and mitigation activities for complex electrical systems
• Perform Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) analysis and develop mitigation strategies
• Support HERO, HEMP, lightning protection, ESD, RF exposure limits, and operational electromagnetic compatibility activities
• Plan and execute EMI/EMC testing using spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, antennas, and LISNs
• Use simulation tools to analyze and troubleshoot EMI/EMC issues
• Review PCB layouts and electrical designs against mechanical, electrical, EMI/EMC, and manufacturing requirements
• Read and interpret schematics and recommend grounding, filtering, protection, and design practices
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, software, firmware, and systems engineering teams
• Prepare technical reports, test documentation, and engineering recommendations
• Manage multiple engineering activities while meeting technical and schedule objectives

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder)
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in EMI/EMC design and testing
• Familiarity with EMC/EMI standards and regulations, including MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464D, RTCA DO-160, FCC, IEC, CISPR, and SAE
• Expertise in E3 design, analysis, testing, and mitigation
• Experience with HERO, HEMP, lightning protection, ESD, RF exposure limits, and operational electromagnetic compatibility
• Hands-on experience with spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, antennas, and LISNs
• Experience using ANSYS and CST Microwave Studio for EMI/EMC analysis
• Strong understanding of multilayer PCB layout, grounding, filtering, and EMI/EMC considerations
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Familiarity with MIPI, DisplayPort, I2C, SPI, PCIe, and USB interfaces
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills
• Preferred: aerospace, defense, or high‑reliability electronic systems experience; leading compliance activities; complex embedded systems and mixed‑signal PCB designs; active U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in EMI/EMC design, analysis, and testing, with a strong focus on compliance with industry standards and regulations. Proficient in using advanced simulation tools and testing equipment to troubleshoot and mitigate electromagnetic interference issues.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• EMI/EMC Design and Testing
• Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3)
• Spectrum Analyzers and Oscilloscopes
• ANSYS and CST Microwave Studio
• U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• EMI/EMC Design
• Electromagnetic Compatibility
• PCB Layout Review
• E3 Analysis
• Testing and Mitigation Strategies
• Grounding and Filtering Practices
• Electrical Schematic Interpretation
• EMC/EMI Standards Familiarity
• Multilayer PCB Considerations
• Operational Electromagnetic Compatibility

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Communication Skills
• Organizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• U.S. Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

• MIL-STD-461G
• MIL-STD-464D
• RTCA DO-160
• FCC
• IEC
• CISPR
• SAE
• Aerospace
• Defense
• High‑Reliability Electronic Systems

Tools & Technologies

• Spectrum Analyzers
• Oscilloscopes
• LISNs
• Simulation Tools
• Antennas