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QAI Laboratories Ltd.

EMC/RF Technician

QAI Laboratories Ltd., Burnaby (Suncrest / Sussex-Nelson / Clinton-Glenwood / West ...


QAI Job Number:

QAI-EMCTEC-10212024JOB TITLE:

RF/EMC TechnicianLOCATION:

Burnaby, British ColumbiaNUMBER OF POSITIONS:

1CATEGORY:

TestingCLOSING DATE

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Open Until FilledSalary Range:

$55,000 - $65,000 per year

BACKGROUND:Founded in 1995 by a dedicated team of certification and testing experts, QAI Laboratories has established itself as a trusted independent third-party testing, inspection, and certification organization. We proudly serve a variety of industries, including building, technology, and construction, providing cost-effective solutions through our extensive in-house capabilities and a global network of qualified affiliates. Our reputation for excellence is reflected in the strong recognition of the QAI name and logo within the certification community, driving our consistent growth in certification, testing, and inspection services.

Our state-of-the-art EMC test laboratory in Burnaby, British Columbia, specializes in electromagnetic compatibility testing, catering to local technology companies across diverse sectors such as telecommunications, IT, industrial, transportation, and military applications. As we continue to expand our impact, we are excited to invite an RF/EMC Technician to join our talented team. In this role, you will play a vital part in delivering high-quality testing services that ensure the safety and reliability of innovative products.

You will fulfill the following tasks:

DUTIES:

The successful candidate will perform, but not be limited to, the following duties:Perform testing of equipment to recognized standardsRecord and analyze test data

Understand technical result from relevant equipment (such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, radio frequency amplifiers, chart recorders etc.)

Write concise and accurate test reports:

Interpret technical instructions and log sheets including maintaining a log of reports and update management of project status as neededEnter test data using Microsoft Office and other programs.Write clear and concise language that is responsive to requirements.

Interact effectively with clients and staff

Work with Program Managers to incorporate customer editsWork collaboratively with engineers and other subject matters expert to understand the operation and application of all products and services that are being documented

Maintain test equipment and track calibration recordsEnsure work complies with the QAI quality systemOther duties as assigned by the manager or its designee

QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will:Hold a minimum of a two-year engineering diploma in electrical/electronic or in related fields

and/or two years of administrative/documentation/report writing experience,Demonstrate excellent command of the English language and have good grammar and punctuation skills.Possess the ability to read, understand, and apply technical EMC standards towards product testing programsPossess “Good Laboratory Practice” skills essential for testing products.Possess strong analytical skillsPossess good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oralPossess ability to work effectively within the team while under tight deadlinesPossess superior MS Word and Excel skills and be proficient with email correspondence

KEY TECHNICAL COMPETENCE:Accepts instruction and follows it for testing outside of their general scope of knowledge and experience.Able to grasp general concepts in a field of testing and apply it to specific test methods.Able to perform simple testing and as knowledge grows in a specific field of testing graduates to more complex testing methods.Seeks assistance and knowledge from more senior personnel when a specific requirement is outside of their general scope of knowledge.Good working knowledge of the test methods in their specific discipline.Able to multi-task with some degree of efficiency and accuracy.Maintains a sense of ownership and responsibility for projects assigned to them.Able to write clearly, concisely and precisely to properly support document.Capable in using Microsoft Office tool and other programs.

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

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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Compensation details:

55000-65000 Hourly Wage

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