Certification Lead

LODD; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in autonomous technology located in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Regulatory Compliance Manager to lead the certification processes for autonomous vehicle technologies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, along with at least 5 years of experience in regulatory compliance. Strong project management and communication skills are essential for this role. The company offers a competitive salary and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Innovative work environment

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in certification or regulatory compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 26262, ISO 21448, and relevant standards.
• Experience with regulatory bodies like NHTSA or FMVSS.

Responsibilities

• Lead the certification process for autonomous vehicle technologies.
• Develop certification strategies in line with company goals.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate certification requirements.

Skills

Project management skills

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance understanding

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering

Job description

Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the certification process for autonomous vehicle technologies ensuring compliance with relevant industry and regulatory standards.
• Develop and execute certification strategies in alignment with company goals and regulatory requirements.
• Act as the primary liaison with certification authorities regulatory agencies and industry standards organizations.
• Monitor changes in regulations and standards related to autonomous systems and update internal processes accordingly.
• Collaborate with engineering legal and product teams to integrate certification requirements into the development lifecycle.
• Conduct gap analyses to identify potential compliance risks and work with teams to address them.
• Prepare and submit documentation required for certifications and regulatory approvals.
• Support audits inspections and testing processes necessary for certification approvals.
• Advocate for LODD Autonomous in industry working groups contributing to the evolution of standards and regulations.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering Regulatory Affairs or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in certification regulatory compliance or safety engineering preferably in the automotive robotics or aerospace industries.
• Indepth knowledge of certification processes such as ISO 26262 ISO 21448 (SOTIF) SAE UNECE regulations or other relevant autonomous vehicle standards.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies such as NHTSA FMVSS DOT or international equivalents.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple certification programs simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory and technical requirements.
• Prior experience in autonomous vehicle technology or advanced driverassistance systems (ADAS) is a plus.

Why Join LODD Autonomous

• Be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of autonomous transportation.
• Work on cuttingedge technology with a focus on safety and compliance.
• Competitive salary benefits and career growth opportunities.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.

If you are passionate about certification and regulatory compliance in the autonomous vehicle industry we would love to hear from you!

How to Apply:

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