EV Regulatory Engineer – Electrical Compliance

Zero Motorcycles, Inc.; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

EV industry leadership

Job summary

Zero Motorcycles, Inc. requires an Homologation Engineer (Electrical Focus) to lead regulatory compliance across EU, US, and emerging markets.

You will drive strategic execution for high‑voltage safety, battery compliance, EMC, and OBD, coordinating with R&D, software teams, and regulatory bodies. The role demands 3–8 years in vehicle type‑approval or regulatory roles, with strong electrical expertise and global regulation knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related electrical discipline.
• 3–8 years of direct vehicle type-approval or regulatory compliance engineering experience with an undeniable electrical or EV focus.
• Working knowledge of EU L-category type-approval regulations (EU 168/2013), UN ECE rules (ECE R10, R136), and US frameworks (49 CFR, FCC Part 15, EPA/CARB OBD).
• Hands‑on experience coordinating testing cycles and preparing formal technical documentation packages for government submissions.
• Active network with testing agencies like TÜV, RDW, IDIADA, or equivalent.
• Deep familiarity with ISO 13063, ISO 26262, and CoP management.

Responsibilities

• Define regulatory strategy for high‑voltage battery safety and EMC.
• Lead OBD regulatory compliance with US EPA/CARB and EU equivalents.
• Coordinate and witness official type‑approval testing with authorities.
• Compile and submit complete homologation packages to secure WVTA.
• Provide regulatory input at early design milestones to prevent issues.

Skills

Electrical engineering expertise

Regulatory compliance

Global regulatory knowledge

Testing coordination

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Zero Motorcycles, Inc. requires an Homologation Engineer (Electrical Focus) to lead regulatory compliance across EU, US, and emerging markets.

You will drive strategic execution for high‑voltage safety, battery compliance, EMC, and OBD, coordinating with R&D, software teams, and regulatory bodies. The role demands 3–8 years in vehicle type‑approval or regulatory roles, with strong electrical expertise and global regulation knowledge.