Technical Leader – EMF Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +4 more states.

📋 Description

• Conduct in-depth technical research and analysis related to electric and magnetic fields associated with transmission and distribution systems, substations, and innovative electric power technologies.

• Execute EMF calculations, modeling, measurements, data analysis, laboratory testing, equipment calibration, and interpretation of technical results.

• Assist in the characterization and evaluation of EMF and RF emissions from both conventional and emerging technologies, such as HVAC and HVDC transmission systems, hybrid AC/DC systems, energy storage facilities, renewable generation resources, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and other advanced power system technologies.

• Perform comprehensive literature reviews and assess industry research to support project goals and pinpoint emerging issues impacting electric utilities.

• Aid in the development, validation, application, and training of others on EMF/RF assessment tools, methodologies, technical guidance documents, and research outputs.

• Collaborate with utilities, universities, laboratories, consultants, and other research entities to implement technical projects and enhance industry knowledge.

• Create effective solutions to intricate technical challenges using engineering principles, technical judgment, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Generate technical reports, presentations, conference papers, and other research deliverables.

• Convey technical findings and recommendations to utility members, industry stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and technical working groups.

• Assist in business development, proposal preparation, member engagement, and the identification of future research opportunities.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Electromagnetics, or a related technical field.

• At least five (5) years of pertinent experience in electric power engineering, electromagnetics, EMF engineering, high-voltage engineering, or a closely related discipline.

• Proficient understanding of electric transmission and distribution systems and their associated equipment and operating principles.

• Demonstrated experience in applying engineering analysis and technical problem-solving methodologies to real-world industry challenges.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of presenting complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Ability to independently manage assigned technical tasks and effectively contribute within multidisciplinary project teams.

• Preferred: Master's degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.

• Preferred: Advanced knowledge of electromagnetics, including electric fields, magnetic fields, and radio frequency phenomena.

• Preferred: Experience using EMF or RF modeling tools such as MATLAB, Python, COMSOL, ANSYS, NEC, or equivalent platforms.

• Preferred: Experience in conducting electric-field and magnetic-field measurements and creating related testing protocols.

• Preferred: Familiarity with transmission-line design concepts, such as HVAC, HVDC, overhead and underground transmission systems, grounding, shielding, conductor configurations, and phase arrangements.

• Preferred: Understanding of RF safety principles, occupational and public exposure standards, EMF exposure guidelines, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) considerations.

• Preferred: Insight into potential interactions between EMF/RF sources and medical, communication, navigation, or other sensitive electronic systems.

• Preferred: Experience collaborating with electric utilities, research institutions, government agencies, equipment manufacturers, or engineering consulting firms.

• Preferred: Proven experience in authoring technical proposals, reports, conference papers, or industry presentations.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual incentive program.

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• 401k.

• Short-term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD).

• Paid family leave.

• Life and accident insurance.

• Paid time off, encompassing flexible vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay.