Regulatory Compliance Engineer - North America
Kalmar · Ottawa, KS · 3 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Stay updated and inform management on local, national, and international regulations and standards related to terminal tractors, specifically in the USA and Canada.
- Help ensure that components and systems meet specified technical customer demands, product safety, legislations requirements and internal demands for TT products.
- Report to regulatory authorities. Certain national authorities require periodic reporting. Produce reports, maintain databases for reporting obligations.
- Coincide or conduct thorough tests and inspections on terminal tractors to verify compliance with safety, emissions, and performance standards. Work with third-party test and certification agencies, as required.
- Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of certification processes, test results, and compliance records with attention to detail and in a structured working style.
- Work closely with other engineers, manufacturers, and regulatory agencies to address any issues related to compliance and certification.
- Evaluate prototype terminal tractors to determine their compliance with design specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Identify and resolve any issues or discrepancies in the certification process, collaborating with relevant stakeholders to find solutions.
- Effectively communicate certification requirements and results to internal teams, manufacturers, and regulatory authorities.
- Stay abreast of technological advancements and changes in regulations, and implement improvements in certification processes as necessary.
- Assess and manage risks associated with certification processes and work towards minimizing potential issues.
- Provide training, as necessary, to relevant personnel on certification standards and procedures.
- Perform activities according to specified requirements and time schedules.
- Contribute toward cooperation between product development, sourcing, testing and manufacturing operations.
- If needed, be able to travel to customer or test lab for troubleshooting.
What We Offer You
- Rewards that truly count: We offer meaningful development opportunities through varied assignments, fair and gender-neutral pay, and flexible working conditions — all within a culture that values your growth and celebrates success.
- Work-Life Balance: Our generous time-off policy includes vacation time, personal/sick time, paid/floating holidays, and paid parental leaves, supporting a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
- Safety that moves us forward: Build your career with a company rooted in safety since the 1940s, ensuring stability and an environment that empowers you to speak and be heard.
- Purpose that drives change: You'll contribute to solutions that transform global trade, creating environmental and operational innovations. You'll be in the driver's seat of ideas, developing digital technologies that set industry standards and position us as the forerunner.
- People who move together: You'll collaborate with people who build lasting relationships through global expertise, connections, and a commitment to sustainability.
- Become part of our global network of 5,200 professionals across 120+ countries, where your work drives innovation, sustainability, and meaningful impact around the world.
What You Bring to the Role
- Education: Undergraduate degree in Engineering or Law or other similar discipline
- Experience: 5+ years experience preferred in the automotive vehicle (heavy duty trucks preferred) and/or mobile equipment industry
- Experience with all truck systems – Structural, Electrical, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, and Powertrain
- Comfortable working with requirements management tools (e.g. Jama Connect, Jira/Confluence)
- Experience compiling data and writing reports
- Experience performing or reviewing DVP&Rs, HARAs, FMEA
- Demonstrated experience in applying ISO 26262 is a plus
- Competencies: Strong understanding of industry standards and regulations related to heavy vehicles and mobile equipment. Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong attention to detail. Proficiency in using documentation tools and software (e.g., Google Suite, etc). Strong understanding of requirements engineering principles and methodologies. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Understanding of assembly processes and manufacturing processes. Fluent in English both spoken and written