Job description
EMC Test Engineer
$100,000 - $120,000 + Travel Bonus + Full Travel Reimbursement + 4 Weeks PTO + 401(k) + Full Benefits
Knoxville, TN (Commutable from: Oak Ridge, Maryville, Sevierville, Chattanooga, Asheville)
Are you an experienced EMC/Test Engineer looking to step into a senior-level technical lead role where you are recognized as the go-to expert and given autonomy on complex, high-stakes projects?
On offer is the opportunity to take ownership of specialist EMC programs within a highly regulated nuclear environment, working on pioneering instrumentation and control systems using state-of-the-art test equipment, while receiving structured support and advanced industry training.
This established engineering services organisation has nearly 50 years of heritage supporting critical infrastructure across the global nuclear fleet. With continued growth and expansion into new technical divisions, they offer long-term progression into Principal-level roles and the chance to shape the future within an industry leading company.
On offer is a senior technical position where you will lead bespoke EMC/EMI qualification projects, mentor junior engineers, and act as a subject matter expert across lab and field-based assignments. You will work on cutting-edge testing programs, directly contributing to the safety and reliability of mission-critical nuclear systems.
This role would suit an EMC Engineer looking for technical progression, greater responsibility, and recognition as a specialist within a niche, high-demand sector.
The Role:
- Lead and execute EMC/EMI test plans using advanced lab equipment
- Mentor junior engineers and support progression toward Associate, Senior, Principal levels
- Conduct on-site EMC surveys, troubleshooting, and system qualification at customer and nuclear facilities (approx. 7 trips per year)
- Receive structured training including certification support, nuclear compliance training, and specialist internal systems development
The Candidate:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related technical discipline
- Experience in EMC Test Engineering (lab or field-based)
- Working knowledge of EMC standards and associated test equipment
Key Words: Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), MIL-STD-461, IEC 61000 Series, EMC Compliance Testing, EMI Diagnostics, Radiated Emissions Testing, Conducted Emissions Testing, Immunity Testing, RF Susceptibility Testing, Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Testing, Surge Testing, Transient Immunity Testing, Spectrum Analyzer Operation, EMI Receiver Use, Vector Network Analyzer (VNA), Oscilloscope Analysis, Signal Integrity, Shielding Effectiveness, Grounding & Bonding, PCB Layout Review, Systems Integration Testing, Test Lab Operations, Technical Test Plans, EMC Test Procedures, Compliance Documentation, Technical Report Writing, Root Cause Analysis, Fault Isolation, Corrective Action Implementation, Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Systems, Nuclear Compliance Standards, Field Testing & Commissioning, On-Site EMC Surveys
Reference Number: BBBH269998
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Ed Harris at Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Inc of 1011 Centre Rd, Suite 322, Wilmington, DE 19805 act as an employer-paid private personnel agency.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.
We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
