Hardware Compliance Engineer - Burlington, United States - Viken Detection

Description

Job Description

Our Company

Our mission is to create innovative detection technology to protect people against hidden dangers and unseen threats. As a stronghold of science and technology, Viken Detection's industry-leading x-ray imaging, chemical analysis, and lead detection products are trusted by authorities to safeguard against drug trafficking, terrorism, and hazardous environmental threats. Viken proudly conducts all research and development and manufacturing at its company headquarters just north of Boston in Burlington, Massachusetts.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Hardware Compliance Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering and a deep understanding of compliance regulations and standards.

Essential Functions

Ensure that all electrical systems and products meet compliance regulations and standards

Develop and implement compliance testing procedures

Conduct regular audits to ensure ongoing compliance

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance throughout the product development lifecycle

Stay up to date with changes in regulations and standards and adjust compliance procedures accordingly

Provide guidance and support to other teams on compliance-related matters

Support risk analysis activities, including risk management plans, hazard analysis, FMEA, and risk management reports

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Required & Preferred Competencies

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Minimum of 5 years of experience in hardware compliance engineering

Strong knowledge of compliance regulations and standards, including, but not limited to EN\IEC 61000, IEC 61010

Knowledge of EMC/EMI mitigation techniques

Experience developing and implementing compliance testing procedures

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Supervisory responsibilities

None

Work environment

General office

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Characteristics of a Viken Employee

1. Confident: Confidence and productivity are synonymous here at Viken. Confident employees not only believe in their ability to manage tasks, but they more easily embrace challenges at work. Our employees are confident in their ability to listen well, seek ways to improve, know when to ask for help, and quickly adapt to new roles and responsibilities.

2. Reliable: A reliable employee is a trusted one. We know that our employees are reliable because there is trust that the job will get done, and it will get done well. Viken values reliable employees because we don't have to worry about folks arriving on time, being consistent with meeting deadlines, and producing high-quality work - it's a given

3. Respectful: A requirement in most work environments, teamwork at Viken looks like strong communication skills, patience, open-mindedness, and dedication. The cross-functional nature of our work requires employees to be flexible, adaptable, hone their collaborative problem-solving skills, and be supportive and respectful of colleagues.

4. Objective: We know exhibiting critical thinking skills is one of the many ways our employees thrive. By asking the right questions, staying aware of crucial details, and recognizing problems when they present themselves, we expect our employees to offer helpful solutions and think outside traditional parameters to get us where we need to go.

5. Honest: Viken hires employees that can be trusted to act as company ambassadors, so that we can focus on other areas of the business. By staying accountable and acting with integrity, employees experience a two-way relationship with Viken built on a foundation of transparency, which helps us achieve success collectively.

EEO statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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