Sr Regulatory Engineer, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)

About the role

Polaris Inc. is seeking a Senior EPR Regulatory Engineer to join our dynamic and innovative team. This role is part of a critical business function and a rapidly expanding discipline focused on compliance with global extended producer responsibility (EPR) regulations.

Responsibilities

• Continuously track and interpret global extended producer responsibility laws and packaging waste regulations in all relevant markets.
• Develop strategies to comply with new or changing requirements.
• Develop and manage robust systems for collecting, tracking, and reporting data required under EPR schemes.
• Accurately calculate material volumes, recyclability, and fee obligations.
• Oversee the timely preparation and submission of EPR reports and payments to regulatory bodies or producer responsibility organizations (PROs).
• Maintain a central repository of compliance documentation.
• Function as the primary liaison with external EPR compliance partners and agencies, including managing relationships with PROs and consultants that assist with EPR reporting.
• Engage in industry groups or forums on sustainability and EPR.
• Drive initiatives to reduce packaging waste and improve recyclability in line with both regulatory requirements and Polaris Geared for Good sustainability targets.
• Ensure internal awareness and compliance with relevant company policies and standards related to EPR.
• Develop training and guidance for teams and business units on EPR obligations.
• Clearly communicate the compliance steps and strategy to all stakeholders to foster accountability.
• Define Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and track the performance of an EPR compliance program.
• Work cross-functionally with related sustainability initiatives and compliance areas.
• Perform special projects and other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Packaging, Sustainability, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5+ years of experience in environmental compliance, product stewardship, or sustainability program management.
• Proven track record in managing regulatory compliance initiatives or sustainability projects across multiple jurisdictions.
• In-depth knowledge of extended producer responsibility frameworks and waste regulations.
• Ability to interpret legislation and translate legal requirements into business actions.

Qualifications

• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Able to lead complex projects and cross-functional teams through planning, execution, and change management.
• A demonstrated ability to manage timelines and multiple priorities is essential.
• Strong analytical skills with experience managing large data sets related to products or materials.
• Proficiency in Excel and ability to learn specialized EPR reporting tools or sustainability software to manage packaging data.
• Keen attention to detail to ensure data accuracy for compliance reporting.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Capable of effectively communicating complex regulatory information to diverse audiences – from technical staff to executives – and of preparing clear reports and presentations.
• Proven ability to collaborate and influence cross-functional stakeholders without direct authority is required.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate future regulatory trends and proactively plan for compliance.
• Enthusiasm for sustainability and the circular economy.

Skills

• Project management and organizational skills.
• Leadership and cross-functional team management.
• Data analysis and management.
• Excel proficiency.
• Specialized EPR reporting tools or sustainability software.
• Data accuracy and attention to detail.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinking and regulatory trend anticipation.
• Sustainability and circular economy enthusiasm.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and discounted employee stock purchase plan.
• 401(k) matching contribution.
• Comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance, and disability offerings.
• Polaris Foundation and Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off.

Pay

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $100,000 to $130,000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.

Schedule

Approximately 10% travel is expected.