Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Sr. EMC Test Engineer
$122K–$167K
Irvine, California · Hybrid · Senior · Full-time · Posted Jul 17, 2026
- Experience
- 10+ years; automotive sector, with candidates from Aerospace, Defense, or Consumer Electronics also considered if they demonstrate the specified engineering judgment and customer-facing maturity.
About the job
Owns automotive EMC validation programs for electronic components and modules, from test planning and data disposition through OEM reporting and technical representation.
What you'll do
- Author and maintain EMC test plans and reports; coordinate validation milestones with program managers and test labs.
- Review test data, assess measurement validity, document dispositions, and lead failure analysis with design teams.
- Represent the company in OEM technical reviews and oversee test execution, setup approval, and technician direction.
What they ask for
- 10+ years of EMC testing and engineering experience in automotive, or relevant experience from Aerospace, Defense, or Consumer Electronics.
- Strong command of SAE J1113, ISO 11452, ISO 7637-2, CISPR 25, and relevant OEM specifications.
- Engineering oversight-level experience with EMC test equipment, test configurations, and measurement uncertainty.
- Working knowledge of vehicle electrical systems, automotive communication protocols, and PCB EMC risk factors.
Nice to have
- Python, MATLAB, or equivalent scripting for post-processing and report automation.
- iNARTE EMC Engineer Certification; EV/HEV high-voltage EMC experience or EMC simulation familiarity.
Pay
$121.5K – $167.1K (base salary)
Tools
SAE J1113, ISO 11452, ISO 7637-2, CISPR 25, NSG, EMC32, TILE!, Microsoft Office
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