Sr. Engineer, Regulatory Affairs and Certification, Vehicle Safety
About the role
For our client, we are seeking a Sr. Engineer, Regulatory Affairs and Certification, Vehicle Safety to join the team of a leader in the Manufacturing & Automotive space. This role will focus on vehicle safety regulatory compliance, certification, and strategic forecasting within a dynamic automotive environment. You will partner with internal stakeholders and external industry bodies to help guide safety-related decisions, support compliance readiness, and inform actions tied to evolving regulations and emerging in-vehicle technologies. The position also involves benchmarking competitive safety performance and preparing clear technical work products for leadership and stakeholders. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.
Responsibilities
- Plan and coordinate submissions for safety compliance and consumer ratings of vehicles
- Support development and updates of vehicle safety regulatory forecasts
- Research and benchmark competitors’ safety performance and optimization strategies
- Monitor and report on federal and state vehicle safety legislation and regulations
- Track and analyze emerging trends in advanced in-vehicle technologies
- Engage with multiple regulatory bodies and industry partners for safety compliance
- Prepare work products on safety matters and advise stakeholders on actions
Qualifications
- Four-year engineering degree in automotive engineering or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in automotive development; safety experience preferred
- Expertise in automotive regulatory, compliance, and certification; understanding in other areas is a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including word processing and spreadsheets
- Strong research skills and the ability to apply engineering principles to safety and technology projects
Benefits
- Flexible work-from-home option with collaboration opportunities
- Engagement in a hybrid work environment requiring minimal in-person meetings
- Opportunity to be influential in regulatory discussions and strategic planning
- Opportunity to work with diverse industry stakeholders
- Involvement in advanced technology and vehicle safety advancements
Pay
$100,000 – $120,000 annually