Join Our Team: EMC Test Engineer / Technician (Madrid, Spain)
What you can expect
At ALTER TECHNOLOGY's Equipment Testing and Certification Laboratory, located in Tres Cantos (Madrid), we are a trusted provider of product compliance services for highly demanding sectors such as Aerospace & Defense, Security, Industrial, and Rail.
We are currently looking for Physics graduates, Engineers, and Electronic Technicians to join our Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) team.
In this role, you will become part of a growing laboratory, contributing to expanding our technical capabilities while working hands-on with cutting-edge technologies.
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Preparing and analyzing test plans for electrical and electronic equipment, including radio technologies (GNSS, RFID, WiFi)
* Setting up and commissioning equipment under test
* Deploying laboratory instrumentation and test setups
* Operating advanced test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, EMI receivers, RF signal generators, and radio communication testers
* Working with EMC test environments (anechoic chambers, RF antennas, reference planes)
* Using specialized lab software (Elektra, EMC32 – a plus)
* Executing test procedures and ensuring compliance with applicable standards
* Preparing high-quality technical documentation and test reports
* Supporting customers and updating test progress in internal systems
* Contributing to the development of new test capabilities and laboratory improvements
* Collaborating on high-level technical projects in Space and Big Science sectors
What we are looking for
Degree or professional qualification in Electronics, Telecommunications, Industrial Engineering, Physics, or related fields
Experience or knowledge in testing laboratories (ENAC-accredited and ISO 17025 environments are a strong plus)
Familiarity with EMC and RED directives (2014/30/EU, 2014/53/EU)
Knowledge of standards such as:
* Railway: EN 50155, EN 50121
* Radio: ETSI EN 300 / EN 301 series
* Substations: EN 60255, EN 61850
* IT/Multimedia: EN 55032, EN 55024
Additional knowledge (a plus):
* Military: MIL-STD-461
* Aerospace: RTCA DO-160, ECSS standards
A proactive, responsible, and quality-driven mindset
Strong teamwork skills combined with autonomy and initiative
Fluency in English (written and spoken)
What we offer
Flexible working hours to support your work-life balance
Hybrid model: up to 2 days remote work per week or 9/80 schedule (depending on role)
Continuous learning through internal training and development programs
Attractive benefits package including:
* Life insurance
* Flexible compensation (tax benefits on private health insurance)
* Sports club access
A multicultural and multidisciplinary work environment
Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and innovation projects
Competitive fixed salary
24 working days of vacation + additional days (Birthday, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, Easter)