Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Test Engineer

QAI Job Number: QAI-EMC-682026

JOB TITLE: Project Specialist (EMC) – Jr. to Intermediate

LOCATION: Burnaby, British Columbia

NUMBER OF POSITION
: 01

CATEGORY: Testing and Evaluation

CLOSING DATE
:
Open Until Filled

SALARY RANGE
: $55,000 - $70,000 per year

BACKGROUND:

QAI Laboratories is a Professional Test Laboratory located in Burnaby, British Columbia that provides electromagnetic compatibility testing services to local technology companies. Products that we test come from a range of industries such as telecommunication, IT, industrial, transportation, military, and others. The QAI name is well recognized throughout the local high-tech market resulting in steady growth of the EMC testing business.

You will fulfill the following duties as a successful Project Specialist:

• Performing testing and evaluation of various electronic products to nationally recognized EMC standards (IEC, EN, FCC, etc.).
• Conduct compliance testing in various areas, including EMC, Radio, Military, and Automotive, within the EMC Department.
• Analyze test data using relevant equipment (such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, RF amplifiers, chart recorders, etc.).
• Write and review concise, objective, and informative test reports and evaluation checklists; works with mentor, until “qualified” to work independently
• Learning and becoming more proficient in the standards relevant to the subject areas.
• Conduct inspections and field evaluations at remote client sites.
• Manage projects of varying complexity, including editing and reviewing certification reports and related documentation.
• Independently conduct internal and external audits (ISO 17065, 17025, 17020) for various programs. Able to be a liaison for audits.
• Provide sales support for projects of all complexity, actively quoting and leading client meetings
• Effectively deal with multiple projects, conflicting timelines, and changing priorities
• Work within a team to resolve technical issues to determine the appropriate interpretation of technical requirements; produce necessary documentation.
• Ensure compliance with the QAI quality system and administrative procedures.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices, prioritizing safety and use PPE as required.
• Actively mentor and coach junior staff as a regular part of their role
• Communicate effectively with internal team and clients (willingness to travel as needed)
• Collaborate as part of an energetic team with a can-do attitude.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager or its designee

• At minimum, completed a two-year engineering diploma or degree in electrical/electronic or in related fields.
• Must be able to work without supervision in a specific technical area.
• Possess the ability to read, understand, and apply technical EMC standards towards product testing programs
• Possess “Good Laboratory Practice” skills essential for testing products.
• Possess strong analytical skills
• Possess good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
• Possess ability to work effectively within the team while under tight deadlines
• Possess superior MS Word and Excel skills and be proficient with email correspondence

• Able to grasp general concepts in the field of testing and apply it to specific test methods.
• Able to perform testing and progress to more complex methods as knowledge in the field grows.
• Accepts instruction and follows it for testing outside of their general scope of knowledge and experience.
• Good working knowledge of the test methods in their specific discipline.
• Seeks assistance and knowledge from more senior personnel when a specific requirement is outside of their general scope of knowledge.
• Able to multi-task with a high degree of efficiency and accuracy.
• Able to coordinate projects across departments or across the organization to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Maintains a sense of ownership and responsibility for projects assigned to them.

• Candidates must hold a valid BC driver’s license.
• Candidate must be open to working extended hours during peak service demands.

• QAI Laboratories offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including base…