Project Engineer - EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)

Project Engineer – Electromagnetic Compatibility

Bristol based - (relocation assistance support offered)

Security clearance: British Citizen. Please note that nationality and/or right-to-work restrictions may apply, and successful candidates will need to complete BPSS checks after offer stage.

Hybrid working: 2–3 days per week on site, depending on workload classification.

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist engineering client for a Project Engineer – Electromagnetic Compatibility to join a high-performing EMC team supporting complex programmes across the full engineering lifecycle.

This is a brilliant opportunity for an electronic design engineer who wants to apply their skills in EMC, design assurance and bespoke test development within a technically challenging environment.

What you’ll do

• Support projects across the full engineering lifecycle with a focus on EMC and radiation effects.
• Provide design-for-EMC advice and guidance to project teams.
• Develop test plans and bespoke electronic test solutions.
• Support the creation of unique test capability within the facility.
• Work closely with engineers across analogue and digital design disciplines.
• Contribute to good EMC practice across products, systems and sub-systems.

What you’ll bring

Essential

• Higher education or significant experience in Electronics, Electrical, Physics, EMC or a related field.
• Significant experience in electronic design, development and delivery.
• Experience leading substantial electronic design work packages.
• Strong problem-solving skills and solid knowledge of electronic technologies.
• Experience using SPICE simulation tools such as LTspice or OrCAD.
• Ability to work to deadlines and within budget.
• Confidence working independently to meet delivery needs.

Desirable

• Good understanding of EMC and design principles.
• Experience applying military EMC standards at system, sub-system or equipment level.
• Previous experience supporting electromagnetic compatibility work.
• Familiarity with standards such as Defence Standard 59-41 / 59-411, AECTP500, MIL-STD-461, RTCA DO-160 or EUROCAE ED-14.

Interested?

If you’re an experienced electronic design engineer looking to move into a specialist EMC-focused role, this is a strong opportunity to take on real technical ownership and broaden your impact.