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
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
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
Certification & Compliance Support
- Support compliance with global EMC standards:
- Develop pre-compliance simulation strategies
- Work closely with certification labs to reduce test iterations
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
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
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
🔹 QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Electronics Engineering (required)
- Master’s degree preferred
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
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
Preferred Skills
- Experience in data center / power infrastructure products
- Experience in global product development environment
- Exposure to building simulation capabilities or CoE
🔹 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
Work Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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