Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for an Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Laboratory Supervisor opportunity in Knoxville, TN.
JOB OVERVIEW:
This position will work with a nuclear engineering consulting firm that provides products and services to measure instrumentation and control system performance in nuclear power plants worldwide. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing and electrical/electronic engineering are an integral part of our work to ensure the safe and reliable operations of nuclear facilities. The Company provides several solutions to its customers, including design reviews, EMC qualification testing, Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) / Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) site surveys to support equipment upgrades and site-wide implementation of wireless devices. The EMC Laboratory Supervisor will lead the EMC engineering team to success through technical oversight of testing services, research, and day-to-day lab activities. They will supervise the development of test plans, testing and troubleshooting, result analysis, and the preparation of technical documentation according to Company's Quality Assurance (QA) program. They will also work with other departments, including the software development team, to enhance EMC testing and reporting capabilities.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or other Engineering discipline
- 5+ years of experience in a related field
- 3+ years of management experience with teams and technical services
- Experience performing MIL-STD-461 and/or IEC 61000 series of emissions and immunity tests
- Knowledge of spectrum analyzers, EMI receivers, oscilloscopes, RF amplifiers, and vector network analyzers
- Experience developing EMC test plans and test reports
- Knowledge of EMC equipment calibrations and measurement uncertainty analysis
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Run the day-to-day operations of the EMC laboratory
- Supervise and coordinate scheduling and budgeting to ensure set departmental goals are achieved
- Work with the contracts department for time and effort estimates of EMC projects
- Review and approve test plans and procedures
- Manage Lab and R&D projects
- Monitor EMC qualification testing of nuclear power plant equipment
- Perform expert-level EMI/RFI troubleshooting and noise mitigation for emissions and immunity failures
- Analyze equipment and test results to provide justifications when troubleshooting is not possible
- Communicate and interface regularly with clients on project progress and technical consultation
- Streamline EMC test plan and report development
- Work with software developers to enhance EMC testing and reporting capabilities
- Oversee internal and external calibrations of EMC test equipment
- Identify EMC research and development (R&D) needs and write proposals
- Work closely with the EMC Engineering Manager to develop new commercial products and services
- Develop EMC guidance documents for the nuclear power industry
- Conduct regular technical training and courses for both internal team members and industry professionals
- Work alongside the QA team to ensure the lab spaces meet industry compliance under ISO/IEC 17025 standards and maintain A2LA laboratory accreditation
- Travel occasionally to lead and perform field service testing at customer facilities, including national and international nuclear facilities
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
United States Citizenship
If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the applications steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers
Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!
WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES
Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support our growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical and recruiting services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. We are committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. Our experience and guidance ensure that our customers safely perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.
TOP NOTCH BENEFITS
We offer the opportunity to structure a benefit package to best suit your individual and/or family needs. In addition to competitive salaries and annual raises, various benefit options are available to employees, including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, and 401(k) retirement program with the opportunity to receive a matching employer contribution.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.
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