Senior Compliance Engineer

Nordson Corporation; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Career development

Job summary

Nordson Test & Inspection seeks a Senior Compliance Engineer to lead regulatory efforts for advanced inspection systems in the Colchester area. You will drive compliance across product Lifecycles and partner with Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain to ensure safe, compliant products for global markets.

Ideal candidates bring 2–3+ years in product compliance, knowledge of machinery safety standards, and experience with certification processes and regulatory filings.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years in product compliance or regulatory engineering.
• Experience supporting compliance in product development.
• Knowledge of machinery safety regulations and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Own product compliance across the full lifecycle.
• Interpret and apply CE, EU Machinery Directive, EMC, OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, SEMI, FDA.
• Collaborate with engineering to embed compliance into design.
• Maintain technical files, declarations of conformity, and certification records.
• Liaise with external certification bodies and regulatory agencies.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Regulatory engineering

Industry standards

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Nordson Test & Inspection, a global leader in world-class metrology equipment and inspection systems, is seeking a highly motivated and talented Senior Compliance Engineer to join our team in Colchester, United Kingdom. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.

Summary of the Role

We are seeking a Senior Compliance Engineer to support the development and delivery of advanced inspection and test systems. This is an exciting opportunity for a compliance professional to play a key role in ensuring our products meet global regulatory, safety, environmental, and trade compliance requirements throughout the product lifecycle.

Working closely with Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, and Supply Chain teams, you will help embed compliance into product development, ensuring our products remain safe, compliant, and ready for global markets.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.

Role and Responsibilities

• Take ownership of product compliance activities across the full product lifecycle.
• Interpret and apply international regulations and standards, including CE, the EU Machinery Directive, EMC, OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, SEMI, and FDA requirements.
• Partner with Engineering teams to ensure compliance and safety requirements are incorporated into product design and development.
• Ensure components and materials comply with relevant requirements, including RoHS, REACH, UL, FCC, and Conflict Minerals requirements.
• Maintain technical files, compliance documentation, certification records, and declarations of conformity.
• Act as the compliance subject matter expert, providing guidance across Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, and Supply Chain functions.
• Manage relationships with external certification bodies and regulatory agencies.
• Support trade compliance activities, including HTS classification, Country of Origin (COO), ECCN, OGEL, and SIEL licensing requirements.
• Develop, implement, and monitor compliance-related business processes.

Skills and Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent experience.
• 2-3+ years' experience in product compliance, regulatory engineering, or a similar role.
• Experience supporting compliance activities within product development teams.
• Knowledge of machinery safety and regulatory requirements for electro-mechanical systems.
• Experience using SISTEMA, Safeexpert, or equivalent safety analysis tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical engineering solutions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Self-motivated, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Travel

This is a UK-based, office-based role with regular travel between UK sites, approximately 25%. The primary location is Colchester, with Aylesbury as an additional location.

Benefits

We offer a flexible work schedule, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth and development.

About Nordson Test & Inspection

Nordson Test & Inspection manufactures world-class metrology equipment and inspection systems to ensure electronic products are built to meet the highest standards. We use X-ray inspection, acoustic imaging, and optical inspection technologies to create testing systems that enable the identification of even the smallest defects at high resolution. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life.

Nordson Test & Inspection is a global team that works to create machines and systems that improve the manufacturing process for a wide range of industries, including electronics, aerospace, automotive, energy, lighting, and medical. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you are just beginning your career or are a seasoned professional, there is a place for you to belong at Nordson Test & Inspection. We offer hourly and salaried positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skill sets and advance your career.

Our recruitment process is designed to identify the best-qualified candidates for the role, and we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process. We are looking for candidates who have a passion for inclusion, diversity and equity, and the ability to contribute to a culture where all employees feel valued, respected, and included.