QAI Job Number: QAI-EMC

**JOB TITLE:**Project Specialist I (EMC)

**LOCATION:**Burnaby, British Columbia

NUMBER OF POSITION: 01

**CATEGORY:**Testing and Evaluation

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

SALARY RANGE: $55,000 - $70,000 per year

BACKGROUND:

QAI Laboratories is a Professional Test Laboratory located in Burnaby, British Columbia that provides electromagnetic compatibility testing services to local technology companies. Products that we test come from a range of industries such as telecommunication, IT, industrial, transportation, military, and others. The QAI name is well recognized throughout the local high-tech market resulting in steady growth of the EMC testing business.

You will fulfill the following duties as a successful Project Specialist:

**DUTIES:**You will perform, but not be limited to, the following duties:

• Performing testing and evaluation of various electronic products to nationally recognized EMC standards (IEC, EN, FCC, etc.).
• Conduct compliance testing in various areas, including EMC, Radio, Military, and Automotive, within the EMC Department.
• Analyze test data using relevant equipment (such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, RF amplifiers, chart recorders, etc.).
• Write and review concise, objective, and informative test reports and evaluation checklists; works with mentor, until “qualified” to work independently
• Learning and becoming more proficient in the standards relevant to the subject areas.
• Conduct inspections and field evaluations at remote client sites.
• Manage projects of varying complexity, including editing and reviewing certification reports and related documentation.
• Independently conduct internal and external audits (ISO 17065, 17025, 17020) for various programs. Able to be a liaison for audits.
• Provide sales support for projects of all complexity, actively quoting and leading client meetings
• Effectively deal with multiple projects, conflicting timelines, and changing priorities
• Work within a team to resolve technical issues to determine the appropriate interpretation of technical requirements; produce necessary documentation.
• Ensure compliance with the QAI quality system and administrative procedures.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices, prioritizing safety and use PPE as required.
• Actively mentor and coach junior staff as a regular part of their role
• Communicate effectively with internal team and clients (willingness to travel as needed)
• Collaborate as part of an energetic team with a can-do attitude.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager or its designee

**QUALIFICATIONS:**The successful candidate will:

• At minimum, completed a two-year engineering diploma or degree in electrical/electronic or in related fields.
• Must be able to work without supervision in a specific technical area.
• Possess the ability to read, understand, and apply technical EMC standards towards product testing programs
• Possess “Good Laboratory Practice” skills essential for testing products.
• Possess strong analytical skills
• Possess good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
• Possess ability to work effectively within the team while under tight deadlines
• Possess superior MS Word and Excel skills and be proficient with email correspondence

KEY TECHNICAL COMPETENCE:

• Able to grasp general concepts in the field of testing and apply it to specific test methods.
• Able to perform testing and progress to more complex methods as knowledge in the field grows.
• Accepts instruction and follows it for testing outside of their general scope of knowledge and experience.
• Good working knowledge of the test methods in their specific discipline.
• Seeks assistance and knowledge from more senior personnel when a specific requirement is outside of their general scope of knowledge.
• Able to multi-task with a high degree of efficiency and accuracy.
• Able to coordinate projects across departments or across the organization to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Maintains a sense of ownership and responsibility for projects assigned to them

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Candidates must hold a valid BC driver’s license.
• Candidate must be open to working extended hours during peak service demands

APPLYING:

QAI Laboratories offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including base salary, extended medical, dental, vision, and RRSP matching programs.

Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume to careers@qai.org. Please indicate the QAI Job title in the subject line of the email and in the subject line of your email. Applications will only be accepted when emailed in MS Word or PDF format and must have a job-specific cover letter. Please be sure to include the QAI job number in the subject line.

**JOIN OUR TEAM!**LEARN, DEVELOP, GROW!

At QAI, you will have the opportunity to put your aptitude, experience, knowledge, and desire to learn to the test. We make a difference in people’s lives through the work we do as a top-notch Product Testing, Certification, and Inspection body whilst providing rewarding careers for our employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

QAI Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

NOTE: No sponsorship is available.

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