Senior Product Compliance Engineer

Columbus McKinnon Corporation; Apodaca; Sur place; MXN 1 978 000 - 2 697 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Columbus McKinnon Corporation seeks a Senior Product Compliance Engineer to lead global compliance initiatives and manage product certification activities across its portfolio. You will partner with Development, Legal, Quality, Procurement, Supply Chain, Product Management, and Marketing to ensure adherence to RoHS, REACH, TSCA, and 65 requirements throughout the product lifecycle.

You will develop and maintain certification records, mentor junior engineers, and drive risk assessment and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field from ABET-accredited program (US or international equivalence).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in product compliance, certification, or regulatory engineering within manufacturing/industrial environments.
• Experience managing product certification activities with third-party agencies and regulatory approvals for global markets.
• Strong knowledge of environmental and product compliance regulations (RoHS, REACH, TSCA, California Prop 65, etc.).
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects, collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Legal, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Product Management teams.

Responsabilités

• Lead product compliance and certification activities across the product portfolio.
• Serve as primary compliance advisor to development teams and identify regulatory risks early in design.
• Develop and maintain environmental/regulatory documentation and records.
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement requirements across products.
• Lead complex certification projects with labs and certification bodies.
• Communicate compliance requirements with customers, suppliers, and regulatory authorities.
• Mentor junior engineers on compliance processes and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement of compliance programs and lifecycle processes.

Connaissances

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory documentation

Risk assessment

Regulatory research

Formation

Bachelor's in Engineering

Outils

PDM systems

Regulatory databases

Description du poste

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The Senior Product Compliance Engineer leads product compliance, certification, and environmental regulatory initiatives across Columbus McKinnon’s product portfolio. This role serves as a subject matter expert and works closely with product development, legal, procurement, supply chain, product management, quality, and marketing teams to ensure products meet applicable laws, regulations, industry standards, and customer requirements in global markets. The Senior Product Compliance Engineer drives compliance strategies throughout the product lifecycle, provides guidance on regulatory requirements, leads certification and testing activities, and supports risk assessment and mitigation efforts. This position is responsible for maintaining and improving compliance processes, managing complex regulatory projects, and ensuring accurate compliance documentation. The role also serves as a key point of contact for customers, suppliers, certification agencies, and regulatory authorities, providing technical expertise and helping communicate compliance requirements and product certifications to internal and external stakeholders. This position may mentor junior team members and contribute to the continuous improvement of compliance programs, supporting the organization’s commitment to product safety, regulatory compliance, and market access.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead product compliance and certification activities for new and existing products, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, industry standards, and customer requirements in global markets.


• Serve as the primary compliance advisor to product development teams, providing technical guidance throughout the product lifecycle and identifying regulatory risks early in the design process.


• Drive the development, review, and maintenance of environmental and regulatory compliance documentation, including bill of material assessments, supplier declarations, and supporting certification records.


• Monitor and interpret changes in regional, national, and international regulations, evaluating business impact and leading implementation of compliance requirements across affected products.


• Lead complex product certification projects and coordinate testing, validation, and approval activities with internal teams, third-party laboratories, and certification agencies.


• Partner with Legal, Product Management, Quality, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Marketing teams to develop compliance strategies and ensure consistent communication of regulatory requirements and product certifications.


• Provide technical expertise and support for customer, supplier, and regulatory inquiries related to product compliance, environmental regulations, and certification status.


• Oversee the collection, review, and validation of supplier material compliance data, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with corporate compliance requirements.


• Maintain and improve compliance processes, tools, databases, and Product Data Management (PDM) records to support efficient regulatory documentation and reporting.


• Lead regulatory assessments for international chemical and material regulations, including TSCA, California Proposition 65, RoHS, REACH, and other applicable environmental and product safety requirements.


• Support corporate sustainability and environmental reporting initiatives by providing compliance data, regulatory insights, and recommendations for continuous improvement.


• Conduct compliance risk assessments, identify potential non-compliance issues, and develop corrective action plans to minimize business and regulatory exposure.


• Mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers and cross-functional team members on product compliance requirements, best practices, and regulatory processes.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product compliance, reduce certification cycle times, and support successful market access for Columbus McKinnon products worldwide.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of materials science, polymers, metallurgy, chemistry, environmental science, or related technical disciplines, supported by professional experience in product compliance and regulatory requirements.


• Strong understanding of global product compliance regulations, environmental requirements, certification processes, and industry standards affecting industrial and manufacturing products.


• Ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements, assess their impact on products and business operations, and provide practical compliance solutions.


• Experience leading compliance assessments related to regulations such as TSCA, California Proposition 65, RoHS, REACH, and other international environmental and product safety requirements.


• Proven ability to manage multiple compliance projects simultaneously, prioritize competing demands, and deliver results with minimal supervision.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify compliance risks, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective corrective actions.


• Advanced experience using compliance databases, Product Data Management (PDM) systems, technical documentation tools, and regulatory research resources.


• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Quality, Legal, Procurement, Supply Chain, Product Management, and Marketing.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to explain technical and regulatory requirements to both technical and non-technical audiences.


• Ability to lead discussions with suppliers, customers, certification agencies, testing laboratories, and regulatory authorities.


• Demonstrated ability to mentor, train, and provide guidance to junior engineers and team members on compliance processes, regulations, and best practices.


• Strong organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate compliance records and documentation.


• Continuous learning mindset with the ability to stay current on emerging regulations, industry trends, and evolving compliance requirements.


• Ability and willingness to travel to Columbus McKinnon facilities, suppliers, customers, and certification organizations as business needs require.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Materials, Chemical, Biomedical) or a related technical field from an ABET-accredited program in the United States or an equivalent internationally recognized institution.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in product compliance, product certification, environmental compliance, regulatory engineering, or a related field within a manufacturing or industrial environment.


• Demonstrated experience managing product certification activities with third-party agencies and supporting regulatory approvals for products in global markets.


• Strong working knowledge of environmental and product compliance regulations, including RoHS, REACH, TSCA, California Proposition 65, and other applicable international requirements.


• Experience interpreting technical standards, regulatory requirements, and certification criteria, and applying them throughout the product development lifecycle.


• Proven ability to lead cross-functional compliance projects and collaborate effectively with Engineering, Quality, Legal, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Product Management teams.


• Experience working directly with suppliers, testing laboratories, certification bodies, and regulatory organizations to obtain and maintain compliance documentation.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and drive projects to completion.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including the ability to present technical and regulatory information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience supporting global product compliance programs across multiple regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia.


• Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership on compliance-related projects.


• Knowledge of sustainability reporting, environmental stewardship programs, and emerging regulatory trends affecting industrial products.


• Professional certifications or specialized training related to product compliance, regulatory affairs, environmental regulations, or quality systems.

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials. Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems. We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how. Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.

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