Job description:
Principal Engineer – Electronics Simulation (EMI/EMC) :T13
DATE:
May 2026
FUNCTION:
Core Engineering – Electronics
LOCATION:
Pune, India
REPORTING:
- Solid line: Director / Manager – Core Engineering
- Dotted line: Global Electronics / Simulation Functional Leaders
POSITION SUMMARY
The Principal Engineer – Electronics Simulation (EMI/EMC) is responsible for leading the development and implementation of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) simulation strategies across product development lifecycle.
The role drives simulation-driven design practices to improve first-pass certification success, reduce dependency on external testing, and accelerate product development timelines.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
EMI/EMC Simulation & Analysis
- Perform advanced EMI/EMC simulations for:
- Radiated emissions and immunity
- Conducted emissions (power and signal lines)
- ESD, EFT, surge, and RF immunity scenarios
Identify noise sources, coupling paths, and critical frequency bands early in design cycle
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Simulation-Driven Product Development
- Integrate EMI/EMC simulation into:
- Concept and system architecture phase
- PCB design and layout reviews
- Design verification and validation workflows
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams:
- PCB Design
- Power Electronics
Mechanical / Thermal Engineering
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Design Optimization & Root Cause Analysis
- Analyze simulation results and correlate with lab testing data
- Recommend design improvements:
- Filtering, shielding, and grounding techniques
- PCB layout and return path optimization
Lead root cause analysis of EMI/EMC failures
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Certification & Compliance Support
- Support compliance with global EMC standards:
- Develop pre-compliance simulation strategies
Work closely with certification labs to reduce test iterations
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Tools, Methods & Libraries
- Utilize industry-standard simulation tools:
- ANSYS HFSS / SIwave / AEDT
- CST Studio Suite
- Mentor HyperLynx (SI/PI/EMC)
- Develop reusable:
- Simulation models and templates
Component, cable harness, and enclosure libraries
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Capability Building & CoE Development
- Define EMI/EMC simulation roadmap and capability maturity
- Establish internal simulation capability to reduce external dependency
- Contribute to Electronics CoE capabilities including simulation and design services
Mentor engineers and develop technical competency within the team
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Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate with global engineering teams and product lines
- Interface with external certification agencies and test labs
Influence product design decisions through simulation insights
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QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Electronics Engineering (required)
Master’s degree preferred
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Experience
- 12+ years of experience in:
- EMI/EMC design, testing, or simulation
- Experience in:
- Power electronics systems (UPS, converters, industrial systems preferred)
Product Design(Hardware -Mixed signal) ,PCB design and SI/PI considerations
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Technical Skills
- Strong understanding of:
- Electromagnetic theory (Maxwell’s equations)
- Signal Integrity (SI) and Power Integrity (PI)
- Hands-on experience with:
- EMI/EMC simulation tools ( ANSYS, CST, HyperLynx )
- EMC standards and test methods
Knowledge of PCB grounding, shielding, and layout techniques
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Preferred Skills
- Experience in data center / power infrastructure products
- Experience in global product development environment
Exposure to building simulation capabilities or CoE
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KEY COMPETENCIES
- Systems-level engineering mindset
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to translate simulation insights into design improvements
- Collaboration across cross-functional and global teams
- Leadership and mentoring capability
