Principal Engineer, EMC (Electronics)

TL;DR

Principal Engineer, EMC (Electronics): Leading electromagnetic compatibility engineering activities across new product development and sustaining programs with an accent on technical leadership, risk mitigation, and global compliance. Focus on board-level and system-level troubleshooting, developing EMC test plans, and ensuring adherence to global safety requirements.

Location: Onsite in Irvine, CA, United States

Salary: $150,000 - $200,000

Company

hirify.global is a medical technology company focused on developing innovative healthcare solutions and regulated medical devices.

What you will do

• Serve as the technical lead and subject matter expert for EMC engineering across assigned product portfolios.
• Partner with engineering teams to proactively identify and mitigate EMC risks during concept, design, and verification phases.
• Perform board-level and system-level troubleshooting regarding emissions, immunity, grounding, and noise susceptibility.
• Plan and oversee EMC pre-compliance and formal compliance testing.
• Develop EMC test plans, procedures, reports, and technical documentation.
• Interpret and apply global standards including IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 61000, FCC, and CISPR.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Deep technical expertise in EMC principles, testing methodologies, and mitigation techniques.
• Strong understanding of analog/digital circuitry, PCB layout, grounding, shielding, and filtering.
• Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers.
• English: Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively is required.
• Location: Must be based in or able to work onsite in Irvine, CA.

Nice to have

• Experience within medical device or other regulated product environments.
• Knowledge of IEC 60601 family standards and healthcare product regulations.
• Experience supporting international certifications and global market approvals.
• Prior mentorship of engineers or leadership of complex technical projects.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Financial security: 401(k) plan and an annual performance bonus of up to 15%.
• Family support: Paid Maternity Leave and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellness perks: On-site Wellness Clinic, Fitness Center, and Café.
• Time off: Vacation, Sick, and Holiday leave.