Senior EMC Engineer

Fresh Consulting; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Medical benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Holiday pay

401K plan

Job summary

Fresh Consulting in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Sr. EMC Engineer to design, test, and validate EMC/EMI solutions for defense and space hardware.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with MIL-STD and regulatory requirements while delivering high-quality, manufacturable designs. You’ll lead EMI/EMC testing, drive design verification, and shape mitigation strategies, reading schematics, using spectrum analyzers, CST/ANSYS tools, and working under tight schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of EMI/EMC design and testing experience.
• Familiarity with EMC/EMI standards and regulations (e.g., MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464D, RTCA DOD-160, FCC, IEC, CISPR, SAE).
• Proven expertise in E3 design, analysis, testing and mitigation strategies.
• Specialized in HERO, HEMP, Lightning Protection, ESD, RF exposure limits and operational electromagnetic compatibility.
• Proficiency in using EMI/EMC testing equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, antennas, LISN etc.)
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, CST Microwave Studio) for EMI analysis.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving EMI/EMC issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for reporting findings and collaborating with teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Full understanding of PCB Layout techniques to meet mechanical, electrical, EMI/EMC, and manufacturing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct EMI/EMC testing and analysis on electronic systems and components.
• Drive product maturity through rapid prototyping, design verification, and qualification activities.
• Develop and implement design strategies to mitigate EMI/EMC issues.
• Prepare test plans, reports, and documentation for compliance verification.
• Collaborate with product design teams to ensure EMC requirements are integrated during the design phase.
• Identify program EMI/EMC risks and define strategies for reducing risk through modeling, simulation, or experimental activities.
• Stay updated on relevant standards (e.g., MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464D, DOD-160, FCC, CISPR, IEC) and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct field tests and assessments to evaluate product performance in real-world environments.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment, juggling multiple concurrent projects and customers.

Skills

EMC/EMI design

Regulatory compliance

Analytical troubleshooting

Communication

Project management

Schematic reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Antennas

LISN

ANSYS

CST Microwave Studio

Job description

Fresh has partnered with an AI Defense company. Fresh Consulting is a design-led, software development and hardware engineering company, offering end-to-end digital services to help companies innovate. We bring together amazing UX designers, sophisticated developers, digital strategists, and top‑notch engineers to help companies create fresh experiences that connect humans, systems, and machines. We’ve been growing fast and need someone to help us continue to manage the delivery of high‑quality work in a fast-paced environment.

See more at freshconsulting.com Visit freshconsulting.com/portfolio to see our project work across several industries.

Title: Sr. EMC Engineer
Duration: Long Term
Location: Costa Mesa, CA
Benefits: Employee benefits at 100% including Medical, PTO, Holiday Pay, 401K Plan and much more!
Hours: Minimum 40 Hours/Week
Candidate must be a U.S person due to ITAR regulations

Fresh has partnered with a defense and space manufacturing company, we are seeking a candidate that will be responsible for designing, testing, and validating electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) solutions for electronic products. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct EMI/EMC testing and analysis on electronic systems and components.
• Drive product maturity through rapid prototyping, design verification, and qualification activities.
• Develop and implement design strategies to mitigate EMI/EMC issues.
• Prepare test plans, reports, and documentation for compliance verification.
• Collaborate with product design teams to ensure EMC requirements are integrated during the design phase.
• Identify program EMI/EMC risks and define strategies for reducing risk through the definition of modeling, simulation, or experimental activities.
• Stay updated on relevant standards (e.g., MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464D, DOD-160, FCC, CISPR, IEC) and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct field tests and assessments to evaluate product performance in real-world environments.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment, having to juggle multiple concurrent projects and customers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in EMI/EMC design and testing.
• Familiarity with EMC/EMI standards and regulations (e.g., MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464D, RTCA DOD-160, FCC, IEC, CISPR, SAE).
• Proven expertise in E3 design, analysis, testing and mitigation strategies.
• Specialized in HERO, HEMP, Lightning Protection, ESD, RF exposure limits and operational electromagnetic compatibility.
• Proficiency in using EMI/EMC testing equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, antennas, LISN etc.)
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, CST Microwave Studio) for EMI analysis.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving EMI/EMC issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for reporting findings and collaborating with teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Full understanding of PCB Layout techniques to meet mechanical, electrical, EMI/EMC, and manufacturing requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and apply best practices appropriate for each design.
• Familiarity with standard interfaces such as MIPI, DP, I2C, SPI, PCIe, USB, etc.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Range is $75/hr to $90/hr.

We’re a handpicked team of Engineers, digital strategist, designers, and developers united together in creating a fresh experience. Whether we are strategizing, designing, developing, or analyzing, our integrated team works as an extension of yours to improve your impact, your usability, and your customer conversion. In the process, we collaborate with you to get to know your business, understand your industry, and incorporate your big ideas into memorable experiences that keep your customers coming back for more.

Equal employment opportunity: All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made or any other status protected by law. Assistance will be gladly provided upon request for any applicant with sensory or non‑sensory disabilities.

Fresh Consulting is a participating E‑Verify company.

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