EMC Test Engineer

EMC Test Engineer - Merthyr Tydil - Permanent opportunity

Morson are proud to be recruiting on behalf of Marshall Land Systems for an exciting opportunity as an EMC Test Engineer at their modern Merthyr Tydfil facility.

This is a fantastic chance to join a growing organisation that has recently expanded operations from its long-established base in Cambridge. Working on cutting-edge products for the defence indsutry, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and performance of advanced military systems whilst benefiting from excellent training, development, and genuine long-term career progression opportunities.

• Job Title: EMC Test Engineer
• Location: Merthyr Tydfil (Onsite)
• Salary: £40,000 per annum
• Job Type: Permanent
• Start Date: ASAP
• Security Clearance: BPSS clearance required (or ability to obtain)

PURPOSE

The EMC Test Engineer is responsible for ensuring that deployable and containerised systems comply with electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards and regulations throughout the design, production, and delivery lifecycle. This role combines hands-on testing, analysis, and troubleshooting with close collaboration across Production, Engineering, external suppliers and Quality teams to guarantee units meet internal and customer EMC requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan and execute EMC testing on production units in line with applicable standards and customer requirements
Conduct in-house and external EMC testing, including radiated and conducted emissions and immunity testing
Perform root cause analysis and troubleshooting for EMC failures, recommending design or process modifications
Review designs, schematics, and layouts to provide EMC guidance prior to production build
Maintain accurate EMC test records, reports, and certification packs
Ensure test equipment is calibrated and maintained in accordance with standard procedures
Support audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance for EMC requirements
Collaborate closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to integrate EMC considerations into manufacturing processes
Promote continuous improvement of EMC test procedures, efficiency, and compliance
Adhere to all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations within the test

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Experience in a production or manufacturing environment with deployable or containerised systems
Hands-on experience executing EMC testing on assembled units
Understanding of non-conformance reporting (NCRs) and root cause analysis
Ability to work to production schedules and deadlines while maintaining compliance
Experience producing test reports and compliance documentation

TECHNICAL SKILLS/EDUCATION

Strong knowledge of EMC standards (e.g., CISPR, IEC, MIL-STD)
Experience with EMC test equipment, such as spectrum analysers, LISNs, and anechoic
Ability to perform EMC troubleshooting and mitigation
Understanding of PCB layout, cabling, and shielding techniques affecting EMC
Familiarity with system-level testing in production environments
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications
Knowledge of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and EMC compliance certification processes

ADDITIONAL LOCAL NEEDS

Onsite role
Candidates will need to be eligible to hold UK Security Clearence

KEY STAKEHOLDERS

Production and Ops Teams
Engineering and Design
Project Programme Management
Regulatory boards/certifications