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Job Summary
Objective
The EMC Test Engineer is responsible for the development and implementation of various Electromagnetic Compatibility and Electrical test methods used in the automotive industry. Additional duties include the development of test methods and growth of personnel performing tests. This position requires competence across all disciplines with the ability to execute duties independently through completion. These functions are expected to be carried out with thoroughness and efficiency while maintaining a high level of overall quality.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities
Examples of specific responsibilities and tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Set-up and perform various Radiated Emissions, Radiated Immunity, Conducted Emissions, Conducted Immunity, and Electrical tests.
• Verifies results from testing, calibration, and quality control activities conform.
• Creates EMC test reports.
• Evaluates deviations and nonconforming work.
• Assists Design Engineering team in the development of test plans.
• Leads development and verification of test methods.
• Leads development of laboratory procedures and work instructions.
• Manages the development and competence requirements of personnel.
• Leads in the management, maintenance, and procurement of equipment.
• Supports Design Engineering team with EMC development and testing activities.
• Leads all company accreditation activities as it pertains to the laboratory.

• Perform other job related and support activity duties as required.

Experience: 5+ years
Education: Bachelor Degree Electrical Engineering (or similar discipline)
Certifications: N/A
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent knowledge/performance of all EMC Test Engineer I skills.
• Strong knowledge and utilization of all test and measurement equipment used in the industry.
• Excellent knowledge and experience with OEM test specifications and industry standards.
• Strong understanding of technical information and drawings.
• Strong application of mathematics used in the development/verification of methods.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Ability to prioritize work and deliver accurate outputs on time under difficult situations.
• Excellent knowledge and implementation of software applications used to control test equipment and monitor test items.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and data files accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to build formative work relations with others at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent technical writing and oral communication.

Scope of Supervision: N/A
Additional Job Details
Technical - T2
Organizational Impact
• Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct and indirect impact on departmental or job family results, using practical technical principles
• Intermediate-level technical contributor; generally works independently under moderate supervision and may seek advice of more senior employees in the same area
• Failure to achieve results requires allocation of additional resources to meet goals and impacts project completion with the potential for additional financial expense.
• Works on smaller, less complex projects/assignments
Communication & Influence
• Communicates with employees typically within the department and/or job family, explaining and interpreting matters related to the department; may communicate with external clients or partners depending upon the job area
• May influence employees within own job area at an operational level
Innovation & Complexity
• Responsible for making minor improvements to technical/business processes, procedures, or systems to contribute to the performance of the team
• Problems faced may be difficult but are not complex, requiring application of technical skills/analysis drawing from prior experiences, and typically involve consideration of multiple issues and impact job family and/or multiple teams
Leadership & Talent Management
• May provide guidance, help with training and review work of entry-level employees
• May lead parts of less complex projects or processes
Knowledge & Experience
• Requires understanding of basic context and practical knowledge of technical and business environment as well as potential and upcoming technical advances within area of specialization, typically obtained through advanced education and relevant experience
• Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
Work Shift Schedule
First Shift (United States of America)
No Soliciting
Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.